Flying from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Glasgow is 1 hour behind Abuja, where Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is located. Glasgow operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from ABV to Glasgow. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Whether you want to visit another city along the way or just take a break, we make it a cinch to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a stop you can make on your flight from ABV to Glasgow.
You will need an embassy visa for United Kingdom if you have a passport from Nigeria and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Glasgow, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.
Central Abuja to ABV is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 38 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Have an early flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Glasgow? Stay at a hotel close to ABV, such as Peace Media Hotels. Abi's Place will also have you moments from check-in.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Glasgow
C$652 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Glasgow. A return flight starts from C$1,050. These prices can change based on availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from ABV to Glasgow. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for a ticket from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Glasgow.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Glasgow, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow takes around 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 33 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Glasgow, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near GLA:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
After your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Glasgow has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 38 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is roughly 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 53 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to PIK. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from ABV to Glasgow:
Best time to go to Glasgow
June is the busiest month to board a flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Glasgow while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Glasgow, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Lock in your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Glasgow for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 9ºC to 20ºC.
Look for cheap flights from ABV to Glasgow in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Glasgow
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Glasgow right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Glasgow:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are leading attractions which should be on any good Glasgow itinerary.
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