Frankfurt am Main to Abuja (FRA–ABV) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
FRA–ABV is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Lufthansa leads the route. The flight covers 2,835 miles in approximately 6h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 5 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LH Lufthansa | 7 | 343 | 6h10 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
FRA: CET · ABV: WAT
When it's 6:00 PM in Frankfurt am Main, it's 6:00 PM in Abuja.
German passport holders need a visa to enter Nigeria. There is no visa on arrival or eVisa for German citizens. Apply in advance at the Nigerian embassy in Berlin or the consulate in Frankfurt through the Nigeria Immigration Service portal at portal.immigration.gov.ng. The single-entry tourist visa (STR) costs around EUR 60 and is valid for up to 90 days. Processing takes 10 to 15 business days.
Required documents: completed online application, passport valid for at least 6 months with 2 blank pages, two passport photos, flight itinerary, proof of accommodation, bank statements from the last 3 months, and a letter explaining your visit. If someone in Nigeria is hosting you, their invitation letter with a copy of their ID is required.
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. You will be asked for it at check-in and on arrival. Get vaccinated at least 10 days before travel. The certificate is valid for life. Nigeria also requires all travelers to complete the Nigeria International Travel Portal health declaration before departure.
S-Bahn lines S8 and S9 run from Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (main station) to Terminal 1 every 15 minutes (15 min, €5.65 single or included in a Frankfurt day ticket). ICE and IC long-distance trains serve the airport's own long-distance station (Fernbahnhof); this is separate from the S-Bahn Regional station and connects Frankfurt to Cologne, Stuttgart, Munich, and other cities without requiring travel through the city centre.Taxis from the city centre cost €25–35 and take 15–25 minutes. Terminal 2 connects to Terminal 1 via the free SkyLine people mover.
FRA–ABV Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FRA to ABV
Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA) and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) are connected by nonstop service from Lufthansa. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
FRA to ABV Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FRA to ABV ranges from 6 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,835 miles (4,563 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via CDG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.