Flying from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is located in Abuja. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Kuala Lumpur is seven hours ahead of Abuja.
Leave enough time to make your ABV to Kuala Lumpur flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from ABV to Kuala Lumpur with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
ABV is about 26 kilometres from central Abuja. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Kuala Lumpur? Stay somewhere near ABV, such as Peace Media Hotels. Abis Place will also put you moments from the terminal.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, data shows 64.23% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Kuala Lumpur
RM2,256 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is RM4,005. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from ABV to Kuala Lumpur. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Landing cheap tickets from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Kuala Lumpur is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest fares across the month and bag a fantastic deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from ABV to Kuala Lumpur.
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Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near KUL:
Grab a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and explore Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are top providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from ABV to Kuala Lumpur.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is about 24 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. Once you've hopped off your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SZB. Settle in and get cosy after your ABV to Kuala Lumpur flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Sixt, WAHDAH and Agtran.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at SZB will save you money.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Kuala Lumpur during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ABV to Kuala Lumpur in January when temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Kuala Lumpur
Start your Kuala Lumpur trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, explore our selection of hotels including:
Merdeka Square and Petronas Twin Towers are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Kuala Lumpur travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Central Market Cultural Performances.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia waiting to be explored. Around 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Kota Bharu will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Johor Bahru is another favourite destination in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres south-east of Kuala Lumpur. No trip is complete without dropping by Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque, Popular Book Store at Johor Bahru City Square and Danga Bay.