Travelling from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Seoul: what you need to know
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9. The city is 8 hours ahead of Abuja, where Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from ABV to Seoul, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from ABV to Seoul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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 get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Seoul? Peace Media Hotels and Abi's Place are near ABV. They're a particularly good option if you're catching an early flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Seoul
C$1,255 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Seoul. Return flights start from C$1,802. These prices can change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ABV to Seoul if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Seoul across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is approximately 48 kilometres from central Seoul. The time it takes to get to the centre by cab or car rental will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 44 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to ICN if you're taking a late flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Seoul. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Central Seoul is approximately 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Make your way off your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Seoul and then keep an eye out for any airport signs that'll help you reach the city centre.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 3 minutes.
After your flight from ABV to Seoul, rest your head at a hotel near GMP. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seoul
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Seoul while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Seoul, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Seoul 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 Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Seoul
After booking your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Seoul, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are major attractions which should feature on every Seoul itinerary.
Complete your Seoul trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Seoul and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare options in one go to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Seoul.