Jeddah to Abuja (JED–ABV) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JED–ABV is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Saudia leads the route. The flight covers 2,292 miles in approximately 6h 33m. Beyond nonstop, 11 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Saudia | 0 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
JED: +03 · ABV: WAT
When it's 6:00 PM in Jeddah, it's 4:00 PM in Abuja.
Saudi passport holders need a visa to enter Nigeria. Apply at the Nigerian Embassy in Riyadh. A tourist visa costs about $160, requires a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry, two passport photos, completed application form, return ticket, hotel booking, bank statements, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate. Processing takes 5 to 10 business days. Nigeria does not offer e-visas or visas on arrival for Saudi nationals.
Nigeria also offers a Visa on Arrival pre-approval for business travelers, applied for through the Nigeria Immigration Service portal (portal.immigration.gov.ng). Once approved, collect the visa at the airport for $110. This process takes 48 hours and requires a company invitation letter. Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for entry into Nigeria regardless of origin country. Carry the yellow card.
Direct flights from Jeddah to Lagos and Abuja operate on Saudia and local carriers, with frequencies increasing during Hajj and Umrah seasons due to Nigeria's large Muslim population. Riyadh to Lagos connects through Jeddah, Dubai, Addis Ababa, or Istanbul. Nigeria uses the Nigerian naira (NGN), trading at roughly 415 NGN per SAR 1. Card payments work at hotels and malls in Lagos and Abuja. Carry cash for markets, taxis, and smaller cities. Lagos traffic is intense, and trips across the island can take 1 to 3 hours. Uber and Bolt operate in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt. Domestic flights connect Lagos to Abuja in 1 hour 10 minutes on Air Peace, Ibom Air, and others (from NGN 50,000, about SAR 120).
The Haramain High Speed Railway connects JED Airport Station to Jeddah city (King Abdullah Station) in about 15 minutes (SAR 20–25). The same line runs to Mecca and Medina, making it useful for Hajj and Umrah travelers.Taxis from central Jeddah cost SAR 60–100 and take 25–45 minutes. Uber and Careem operate widely and typically run SAR 40–80. Driving yourself is straightforward; the airport is well signed from King Abdulaziz Road and the Ring Road.
JED–ABV Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JED to ABV
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) are connected by nonstop service from Saudia.
JED to ABV Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JED to ABV ranges from 6 hours 33 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,292 miles (3,688 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
11 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via KAN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.