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Flights to Nigeria from the UK take around 6-7 hours direct to Lagos or Abuja. British Airways and Virgin Atlantic operate non-stop services from London Heathrow to both major Nigerian airports.
Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport handles most international traffic, while Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport serves the capital Abuja. Both airports have direct British Airways services several times weekly.
UK citizens need a visa for Nigeria. Apply online through the Nigeria Immigration Service portal. Processing takes 3-5 working days. Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory.
Murtala Muhammed International Airport
Nigeria's busiest airport in Lagos. Two terminals handling domestic and international flights. 22km north of Lagos Island. British Airways and Virgin Atlantic operate daily services.
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport
Modern facility serving Abuja, opened 2002. British Airways flies direct from London Gatwick. 40km from city centre with good road links.
Port Harcourt International Airport
Gateway to Niger Delta oil region. Limited direct international services. Well connected to Lagos and Abuja domestically.
British Airways
Virgin Atlantic
Emirates Airways
Turkish Airlines
Air France
Ethiopian Airlines
Qatar Airways
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
Royal Air Maroc
Dry season (November-February)
Best weather with temperatures 25-32°C. Lower humidity. Peak tourist season for beach destinations.
Rainy season (April-October)
Heavy rainfall, especially in south. Flights may be cheaper. Some flooding in Lagos. Green landscapes.
Harmattan (December-February)
Dusty winds from Sahara. Cooler temperatures in north. Good for wildlife viewing in national parks.
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