Are direct flights from Johannesburg to Abuja always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with one or more stops can often be more affordable, depending on your budget and time constraints.

Can flexible travel dates help on Johannesburg to Abuja flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares compared to weekends or popular travel periods. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may yield better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Johannesburg to Abuja flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Being aware of these additional expenses helps in calculating the total travel cost.

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JNB - Abuja
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$737
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Johannesburg to Abuja: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Abuja

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Johannesburg to Abuja, July stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $446. Other relatively cheaper months include August at $1545 and October at $1610. This indicates a significant price variation across different times of the year, with July offering substantially lower fares.

Fares for this route typically range from $1363 to $1755, with a median price of $1575. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, though the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%. Given that deals are infrequent, setting up a price alert could be beneficial for securing a better fare.

When flying from Johannesburg to Abuja, most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 3, indicating that direct flights from Johannesburg to Abuja are not common.

A typical journey from Johannesburg to Abuja takes approximately 40h 40m, including connections. This extended duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries, with most flights involving multiple stopovers to reach the destination.

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

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Abuja

Regular price: $558 - $823

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

The regular price range for this route is between $558 and $823. The current lowest deal is $715 with TAAG Angola Airlines for travel from Nov 21-Nov 30.

now $715

Low $558

High $823

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Abuja

The cheapest month to fly from JNB to ABV is July, with a median price of $446. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1620. Prices are generally lower from July to October.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $446

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,620

Jul

Aug

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Abuja

TAAG Angola Airlines

Afrinat International Airlines

CHC Airways

South African Airways

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Abuja

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Abuja

Johannesburg (JNB) - Abuja (ABV)

Uganda Airlines

$797

$749

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Abuja

Johannesburg (JNB) - Abuja (ABV)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$859

$815

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Abuja

Johannesburg (JNB) - Abuja (ABV)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$792

$767

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Abuja

Johannesburg (JNB) - Abuja (ABV)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$728

$771

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Abuja

Johannesburg (JNB) - Abuja (ABV)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$818

$776

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Abuja

Johannesburg (JNB) - Abuja (ABV)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$791

$783

One-way

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

6 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 14

$850 → $781

7 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 19

$796 → $734

4 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 25

$791 → $748

5 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 25

$776 → $747

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 $715.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the lowest prices

Historically, July offers the lowest median price at $446 for flights from Johannesburg to Abuja.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 40h 40m

Flights from Johannesburg to Abuja typically involve connections, with a median duration of 40h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting dominant; direct flights are not typically available from Johannesburg to Abuja.

🏆 Airline highlight

TAAG Angola Airlines offers deals

TAAG Angola Airlines has offered 55 deals for connecting flights on this route historically.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Johannesburg to Abuja are historically rare, appearing infrequently.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a good option for flights from Johannesburg to Abuja, with prices from $731.

📍 ~21 km from city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$731

Abuja main airports to arrive at

Nnamdi Azikiwe International (ABV)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~17 km from Abuja (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$734

Airports nearby Abuja used as alternative

Mallam Aminu Kano International (KAN)

Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport is a major international gateway in Northern Nigeria with high flight frequency.

📍 ~350 km from Abuja (significant road travel distance and security considerations).

💸 Flights from ~$750

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Dec 21

Abuja, Nigeria

90% AI deal score

$4,206

$2,623

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Ethiopian Airlines

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From JNB

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Dec 25

Abuja, Nigeria

87% AI deal score

$4,427

$2,981

Save $1,446

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From JNB

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Nov 24

Abuja, Nigeria

82% AI deal score

$3,585

$2,620

Save $965

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From JNB

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Dec 16

Abuja, Nigeria

82% AI deal score

$4,095

$2,933

Save $1,162

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Dec 16

Abuja, Nigeria

81% AI deal score

$4,172

$3,082

Save $1,090

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From JNB

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Oct 30

Abuja, Nigeria

81% AI deal score

$4,466

$3,347

Save $1,119

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From JNB

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Oct 12

Abuja, Nigeria

81% AI deal score

$4,657

$3,614

Save $1,043

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From JNB

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Nov 18

Abuja, Nigeria

80% AI deal score

$3,450

$2,809

Save $641

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Nov 21

Abuja, Nigeria

80% AI deal score

$3,536

$2,976

Save $560

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Nov 03

Abuja, Nigeria

80% AI deal score

$3,529

$2,979

Save $550

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 19

Abuja, Nigeria

80% AI deal score

$4,666

$3,628

Save $1,038

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Nov 04

Abuja, Nigeria

79% AI deal score

$3,531

$3,072

Save $459

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

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 often reveal better deals. Looking into flights with layovers instead of direct routes may also present cheaper options.

Booking in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in lower fares. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring them over a period can help you identify a good time to purchase. Mid-week bookings might also offer slight advantages.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover different flight options or prices. While not always necessary, checking alternative departure or arrival locations might provide more flexibility. This strategy can be particularly useful if your travel plans allow for it.

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Johannesburg to Abuja: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Abuja

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Abuja

Regular price: $558 - $823

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

The regular price range for this route is between $558 and $823. The current lowest deal is $715 with TAAG Angola Airlines for travel from Nov 21-Nov 30.

now $715

Low $558

High $823

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Abuja

The cheapest month to fly from JNB to ABV is July, with a median price of $446. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1620. Prices are generally lower from July to October.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $446

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,620

Jul

Aug

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Abuja

TAAG Angola Airlines

Afrinat International Airlines

CHC Airways

South African Airways

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Abuja

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Abuja

Johannesburg (JNB) - Abuja (ABV)

Uganda Airlines

$797

$749

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Abuja

Johannesburg (JNB) - Abuja (ABV)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$859

$815

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Abuja

Johannesburg (JNB) - Abuja (ABV)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$792

$767

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Abuja

Johannesburg (JNB) - Abuja (ABV)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$728

$771

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Abuja

Johannesburg (JNB) - Abuja (ABV)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$818

$776

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Abuja

Johannesburg (JNB) - Abuja (ABV)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$791

$783

One-way

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

6 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 14

$850 → $781

7 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 19

$796 → $734

4 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 25

$791 → $748

5 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 25

$776 → $747

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 $715.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the lowest prices

Historically, July offers the lowest median price at $446 for flights from Johannesburg to Abuja.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 40h 40m

Flights from Johannesburg to Abuja typically involve connections, with a median duration of 40h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting dominant; direct flights are not typically available from Johannesburg to Abuja.

🏆 Airline highlight

TAAG Angola Airlines offers deals

TAAG Angola Airlines has offered 55 deals for connecting flights on this route historically.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Johannesburg to Abuja are historically rare, appearing infrequently.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a good option for flights from Johannesburg to Abuja, with prices from $731.

📍 ~21 km from city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$731

Abuja main airports to arrive at

Nnamdi Azikiwe International (ABV)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~17 km from Abuja (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$734

Airports nearby Abuja used as alternative

Mallam Aminu Kano International (KAN)

Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport is a major international gateway in Northern Nigeria with high flight frequency.

Abuja, Nigeria

79% AI deal score

$3,531

$3,072

Save $459

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Abuja

Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Abuja

Today’s best flight deals from Johannesburg to Abuja

Johannesburg to Abuja: Overview

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 July for the lowest prices

Connecting flights average 40h 40m

Connecting flights are dominant

TAAG Angola Airlines offers deals

Deals are rare 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

Best Elite deals to Abuja

Dec 21

Dec 25

Nov 24

Dec 16

Dec 16

Oct 30

Oct 12

Nov 18

Nov 21

Nov 03

Oct 19

Nov 04

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Abuja

How can I find cheap flights from Johannesburg to Abuja?

When should I book flights from Johannesburg to Abuja?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Johannesburg to Abuja?

Are direct flights from Johannesburg to Abuja always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Johannesburg to Abuja flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Johannesburg to Abuja flights?

Related routes

More routes from Johannesburg

Flights to Abuja from other cities

Johannesburg to Abuja: Overview

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 July for the lowest prices

Connecting flights average 40h 40m

Connecting flights are dominant

TAAG Angola Airlines offers deals

Deals are rare 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

Best Elite deals to Abuja

Dec 21

Dec 25

Nov 24

Dec 16

Dec 16

Oct 30

Oct 12

Nov 18

Nov 21

Nov 03

Oct 19

Nov 04

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Abuja

How can I find cheap flights from Johannesburg to Abuja?

When should I book flights from Johannesburg to Abuja?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Johannesburg to Abuja?