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July 10 - July 21

Cheapest

Best

JNB - Abuja

$701

$731

Round trip

September 15 - September 20

Best

JNB - Abuja

$719

$742

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June 22 - June 29

Earliest

JNB - Abuja

$747

$817

Round trip

September 21 - September 29

JNB - Abuja

$691

$823

Round trip

September 5 - September 12

JNB - Abuja

$702

$831

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June 26 - June 28

Best

JNB - Abuja

$776

$846

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September 12 - September 17

JNB - Abuja

$719

$860

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September 15 - September 17

JNB - Abuja

$714

$860

Round trip

August 29 - September 24

JNB - Abuja

$691

$860

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August 18 - September 17

JNB - Abuja

$690

$860

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Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Abuja

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Johannesburg to Abuja, May stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $537. This is followed by June, where the median fare is $577, and April, with a median fare of $662. Planning your trip around these months could result in more favorable pricing.

Fares for this route typically range from $502–$844, with a median price of $674. Right now, current fares are below the typical level for this route. Only 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly discounted tickets can be challenging.

When considering the journey from Johannesburg to Abuja, most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were direct flights. For those itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Johannesburg to Abuja takes approximately 17h 40m, including connections. This duration reflects the common multi-stop itineraries on this long-haul route.

The distance between Johannesburg and Abuja is 4518 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance contributes to the extended journey times and the prevalence of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Abuja

Regular price: $616 - $1,138

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Abuja are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $616 and $1,138. The current lowest deal is $731 with TAAG Angola Airlines, for travel from July 10 to July 21, 2026.

now $731

Low $616

High $1,138

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Abuja

The cheapest month to fly from JNB to ABV is May, with a median price of $537. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1189. Prices are generally lower from March to October.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $537

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,189

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Direct flights from Johannesburg to Abuja

TAAG Angola Airlines

Afrinat International Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines

Qatar Airways

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Abuja

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Abuja

Johannesburg (JNB) - Abuja (ABV)

Ethiopian Airlines

$801

$864

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Abuja

Johannesburg (JNB) - Abuja (ABV)

South African Airways

$746

$892

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Abuja

Johannesburg (JNB) - Abuja (ABV)

Ethiopian Airlines

$746

$865

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Abuja

Johannesburg (JNB) - Abuja (ABV)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$747

$817

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Abuja

Johannesburg (JNB) - Abuja (ABV)

Qatar Airways

$802

$7,606

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Abuja

Johannesburg (JNB) - Abuja (ABV)

Kenya Airways

$798

$942

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Abuja

5 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 20

$719 → $742

11 nights

Jul 10 - Jul 21

$701 → $731

4 nights

Jun 18 - Jun 22

$801 → $864

7 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 29

$747 → $817

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Abuja

Johannesburg - Abuja route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Johannesburg to Abuja are below the typical level at $731.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $537.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 17h 40m

Flights from Johannesburg to Abuja typically take 17h 40m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available. Consider connecting flights for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

TAAG Angola Airlines offers connecting flights

TAAG Angola Airlines is a prominent carrier for connecting flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Johannesburg to Abuja are frequent, appearing 0.6 times daily.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a primary departure point for flights from Johannesburg to Abuja.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$731

Lanseria International (HLA)

Lanseria International offers an alternative departure option for flights from Johannesburg to Abuja.

📍 ~35 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1181

Abuja main airports to arrive at

Nnamdi Azikiwe International (ABV)

Cheapest

Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is a key arrival point for flights to Abuja.

📍 ~20 km from Abuja city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$731

Airports nearby Abuja used as alternative

Mallam Aminu Kano International (KAN)

Consider Kano (KAN) as a major international hub in Northern Nigeria with high flight frequency and diverse airline options.

📍 ~360 km from Abuja (requires approximately 5-6 hours of road travel)

💸 Flights from ~$867

Akanu Ibiam International (ENU)

Enugu (ENU) is a key international gateway for the South-East region with strong domestic connectivity.

📍 ~300 km from Abuja (requires long-distance transit)

💸 Flights from ~$810

Port Harcourt International (PHC)

Cheapest

Port Harcourt (PHC) is one of Nigeria's busiest international airports with an extensive network of flights.

📍 ~440 km from Abuja

💸 Flights from ~$766

Benin (BNI)

Benin (BNI) offers consistent flight availability and good domestic infrastructure, primarily serving domestic routes.

📍 ~320 km from Abuja

💸 Flights from ~$773

Yakubu Gowon (JOS)

Jos (JOS) is geographically the closest alternative airport to Abuja, useful for short-haul regional hops.

📍 ~160 km from Abuja

💸 Flights from ~$1127

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Abuja

75% AI deal score

$4,242

From JNB

Elite

Jul 27

Abuja, Nigeria

74% AI deal score

Abuja, Nigeria

66% AI deal score

$6,654

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Abuja

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you discover better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may sometimes present lower fares than direct routes.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices, though last-minute deals can sometimes appear. Monitoring price trends for your desired travel period can help you decide the optimal time to purchase your tickets. Prices can fluctuate, so regular checks are useful.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal different flight options or prices. While not always necessary, it may occasionally lead to more convenient or cost-effective travel plans. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to reach these alternative airports.

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Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Abuja

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Abuja

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Abuja

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Abuja

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Abuja

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Abuja

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Abuja

Johannesburg - Abuja route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in May for the best prices

Connecting flights take 17h 40m

Connecting flights only

TAAG Angola Airlines offers connecting flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

Abuja main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Abuja used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Abuja

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Abuja

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