Travelling from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Rome: what you need to know
Abuja (the location of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport) and Rome share the same timezone — UTC+1.
To ensure you catch your flight from ABV to Rome, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a popular month like June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flights from ABV to Rome, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
You will need an embassy visa for Italy if you hold a passport from Nigeria and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Rome, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
ABV is approximately 40 kilometres from central Abuja. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 38 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Rome? Peace Media Hotels and Abi's Place are near ABV. They're an especially good choice if you're jetting out early.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Rome
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Rome is C$630. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,027. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ABV to Rome, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Rome across each month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 39 minutes.
It'll take around 51 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Rome. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Once your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Rome has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 42 minutes by car. Central Rome is approximately 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CIA. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your flight from ABV to Rome at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Rome
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Rome while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Rome, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Rome in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from ABV to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC.
More about Rome
After locking in your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Rome, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rome:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are must-do's during your Rome adventure.
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