Travelling from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Bangkok is 6 hours ahead of Abuja, where Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is located. Bangkok operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from ABV to Bangkok. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from ABV to Bangkok. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
To enter Thailand for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you have a passport from Nigeria. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and length of your trip. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Bangkok.
To reach ABV from central Abuja, it takes about 38 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Bangkok? Stay at a hotel close to ABV, such as Peace Media Hotels. Abi's Place will also put you moments from check-in.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Bangkok
C$894 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Bangkok. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,455. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from ABV to Bangkok. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap tickets from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Bangkok is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to show the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is approximately 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 6 minutes.
Book a hotel near BKK if you're taking a late flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Bangkok. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is about 27 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. Once you've disembarked your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Bangkok, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near DMK. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from ABV to Bangkok:
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the most popular month for flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Bangkok. To escape the crowds, head for Bangkok in April when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Bangkok for April to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from ABV to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC and 33ºC.
More about Bangkok
After locking in your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Bangkok, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are top sights which should feature on every Bangkok itinerary.
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