Flying to Abuja
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Johannesburg (JNB)
about 6 hours · Non-stop or one stop
R 3 204 ×3
R 9 611 all in
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Best time to fly
Weather, crowds and fares move together in Abuja. These are the trade-offs.
November to February
Dry season and the most comfortable months, though harmattan haze can be heavy in December and January.
March to May
Hot and dry ahead of the rains — the year's highest temperatures.
June to October
Wet season. Humid with regular heavy rain.
Before you go
Visa in advance
Required, and not quick to obtain. Start early.
Yellow fever
Proof of vaccination is required for entry.
Malaria
A malaria area. Take medical advice on prophylaxis.
Check advisories
Security guidance varies significantly by region within Nigeria. Check your government's current travel advice for the specific areas you plan to visit.
About Abuja
Abuja is Nigeria's purpose-built capital, laid out in the centre of the country in the 1980s. It is quieter, greener and considerably more orderly than Lagos, which is much of its appeal for business travellers.
Aso Rock dominates the skyline, and Zuma Rock sits on the approach from the north. Most visits here are government or corporate rather than leisure.
Getting in from the airport
Nnamdi Azikiwe International (ABV) is about 40 km from the city centre, roughly 45 minutes — a far easier transfer than Lagos. Arrange transport through your hotel.
Entry requirements for South African passport holders
Nigeria requires South African passport holders to obtain a visa in advance. Processing takes time — begin well ahead and confirm current requirements with the Nigerian High Commission.
Entry rules change. Confirm the current requirements with the destination's embassy or consulate before you travel — this page is a guide, not an authority.
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