Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Abuja Airport (ABV): what you need to know
The timezone in Abuja is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Durham.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your RDU to ABV flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Abuja Airport. Many passengers pass through Frankfurt am Main Airport when flying between RDU and ABV.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Abuja Airport (ABV)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Abuja Airport flight is $1,200. A return fare right now is $1,785. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RDU to ABV if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Abuja Airport.
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Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Abuja Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Of all flights departing from Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Durham to Raleigh / Durham Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near RDU? If you've booked an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Abuja Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Abuja Airport (ABV)
If you have a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Abuja Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near ABV:
Secure yourself a Abuja Airport rental car from leading companies like Sixt or Fox - Rent A Car. With your own wheels, you can go beyond Abuja and check out places that don't make every guidebook.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Abuja Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Abuja Airport (ABV) to central Abuja
Abuja Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Abuja. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Abuja Airport (ABV)
December is the busiest month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Abuja Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Abuja in March.
Before locking in your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Abuja Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Abuja, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from RDU to ABV in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nigeria
You've done Abuja, now it's time to discover more of Nigeria. Travel about 354 kilometres north to Kano to check off its top attractions. From DanMasanin Kano Palace to National Museum - Gidan Makama and Gidan Makama Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Abuja, Ibadan is another essential stop in Nigeria. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Oyo State Cultural Centre, Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity.
