Travelling from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Douala Airport (DLA): what you need to know
Douala's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Abuja.
Your ABV to DLA flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Douala (and then exploring more of Cameroon!) is easy with Air Cote D'Ivoire. This popular carrier has direct flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Douala Airport.
Air Cote D'Ivoire is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Douala Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between ABV and DLA include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Douala Airport (DLA)
C$631 is the best price for a one-way Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Douala Airport flight. A return flight starts from C$1,288. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ABV to DLA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Douala Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ABV to DLA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Douala Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, data shows 64.23% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Abuja. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Douala Airport? Peace Media Hotels and Abi's Place are close to ABV. They're an especially good choice if you have an early flight out.
Arriving at Douala Airport (DLA)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Douala Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DLA instead:
Grab a Douala Airport rental car and discover parts of Douala that aren't in every guidebook. Book your wheels with Avis.
Reserve your ride from Douala Airport at least a few weeks before your departure date to get the lowest price possible. If you're travelling during a busy period, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Douala Airport (DLA) to central Douala
From Douala Airport, Douala is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Douala Airport (DLA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Douala Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Douala. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Douala is February, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Douala Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ABV to DLA sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Cameroon
Douala has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Cameroon waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres east of Douala, a visit to Yaounde will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like National Museum of Yaounde (Le Musee National de Yaounde), Mvog-Betsi Zoo and Benedictine Museum of Mont-Febe.
Around 209 kilometres north of Douala, Bamenda is another favourite stop in Cameroon. No visit is complete without checking out Mile 1 junction upstation, Sisia Waterfalls and Mile 4 park.