Travel to Abia State
Planning a visit to Abia State? Find hotels, airport transfers, car hire and things to do in Umuahia and Aba, the two cities served by the new Abia airport.
Hotels Near Abia Airport
Accommodation in Umuahia and Aba for travellers arriving by air. Affiliate booking links included.
Airport Transport
Taxis, car hire and pre-booked airport transfers between Abia Airport and major cities.
Things To Do
A guide to attractions, food, markets and culture in Umuahia and Aba.
Travelling to Abia State in 2026
Abia State International Airport is currently under construction. Until it opens, the most convenient airports for reaching Abia State are:
- Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport, Owerri (Imo State) — approximately 65 km from Aba, the closest currently operational airport.
- Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu — approximately 130 km from Aba, with more frequent domestic and some international services.
- Port Harcourt International Airport (Rivers State) — approximately 100 km from Aba, with good international connectivity.
From any of these airports, road transport to Aba and Umuahia is available via taxis, interstate buses and private car hire.
Flight Status
Live boards for the airports currently serving Abia State.
Port Harcourt International
PHCRivers State
Sam Mbakwe Airport
QOWOwerri, Imo State
Akanu Ibiam International
ENUEnugu State
Murtala Muhammed International
LOSLagos State
Nnamdi Azikiwe International
ABVAbuja, FCT
Abia State International
—Umuahia, Abia State
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