Jeddah to Abuja (JED–ABV) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Last scheduled nonstop: Mar 2026.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
JED–ABV had nonstop service from Saudia, last on the schedule in March 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 2,292 miles in 6h 33m.
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) had nonstop service from Saudia, last on the schedule in March 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
JED to ABV Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JED to ABV is about 6 hours 33 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,292 miles (3,688 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Cairo, Addis Ababa Bole and Hamad. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.