Direct (nonstop) flights from Abuja to Benin City

4 airlines fly nonstop from Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International (ABV) to Benin (BNI). It's 217 miles (349 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by Nesma Airlines, Air Peace, United Nigeria Airlines and others.

ABV
Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International
🇳🇬 Abuja, Nigeria
BNI
Benin
🇳🇬 Benin City, Nigeria
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
217 mi
349 km
CO₂/pax
40 kg
−73 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Nesma Airlines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Nesma Airlines Nesma Airlines Air Peace Air Peace United Nigeria Airlines United Nigeria Airlines Arik Air Arik Air

Route data last updated: May 23, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Nesma Airlines NA Nesma Airlines
Route
ABV → BNI
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
217 mi
Air Peace P4 Air Peace
Route
ABV → BNI
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
217 mi
United Nigeria Airlines UN United Nigeria Airlines
Route
ABV → BNI
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
217 mi
Arik Air W3 Arik Air
Route
ABV → BNI
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
217 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Abuja to Benin City with one stop · direct emits 40 kg CO₂ per passenger

ABV LOS (Lagos) BNI
Leg 1: 1h 15m (318 mi) Leg 2: 1h (158 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 113 kg CO₂ (+183% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ABV → LOS
1h 15m · 318 mi
View ABV to LOS flights →
Leg 2
LOS → BNI
1h · 158 mi
View LOS to BNI flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Abuja to Benin City?

A nonstop flight from Abuja (ABV) to Benin City (BNI) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 217 miles (349 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Abuja to Benin City?

4 airlines: Nesma Airlines, Air Peace, United Nigeria Airlines, Arik Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Abuja to Benin City?

Yes. 4 airlines: Nesma Airlines, Air Peace, United Nigeria Airlines, Arik Air.

How far is Abuja from Benin City?

The flight distance from Abuja to Benin City is 217 miles (349 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Abuja to Benin City?

At 1h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Abuja to Benin City?

Roughly 40 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 200 km.

Is the return flight from Benin City to Abuja also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Abuja to Benin City?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.