Travelling from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV): what you need to know
Ottawa's main base, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is where countless awesome vacations begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV).
The timezone in Abuja is UTC+1, which is 5 hours ahead of Ottawa. Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is located in Abuja.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Ottawa to ABV. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The distance from central Ottawa to YOW is approximately 13 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
About Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
Stay moments from the runway after your flight from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. Peace Media Hotels is one option near ABV. Or check in and enjoy some rest at Abi's Place before travelling to your final destination.
Getting from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to central Abuja
From Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 38 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
For a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, C$1,046 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just C$1,486. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary depending on availability.
To score flight tickets from Ottawa to ABV, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool to compare the prices of tickets from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport across the month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, so you can quickly pick a flight that fits your budget.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when the fares drop. The right timing can be the key to finding flight tickets from Ottawa to ABV.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
June is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Abuja in February when things are quieter.
Schedule your flight from Ottawa to ABV for March if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Abuja to range from 23ºC to 39ºC.
Travel in January for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 19ºC and 37ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.
More about Abuja
After locking in your flight from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Abuja:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Abuja National Mosque, Jabi Lake and National Children's Park and Zoo are attractions you won't want to skip in Abuja.
Complete your Abuja trip with a car rental
Hop behind the wheel of one of our car rentals in Abuja and explore on your own terms. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Ottawa to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.