Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN): what you need to know
Kano's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Kano one hour ahead of London.
Give yourself enough time to make your LHR to KAN flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between LHR and KAN:
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Cairo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN)
At the moment, Rs138,975 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs218,743. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LHR to KAN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from LHR to KAN.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
London Heathrow Airport is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near LHR. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KAN if you're on a late London Heathrow Airport to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN) to central Kano
From Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Kano. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Kano, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 42ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 33ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LHR to KAN sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nigeria
Kano has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Nigeria you'll want to see. Around 209 kilometres south-west of Kano, a visit to Kaduna will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like K.A.D.P Birnin Gwari Zonal Area Office, Mutunci Company Nigeria Ltd and Amyz Re ort and Park.
Maiduguri is another sought-after destination in Nigeria and is around 499 kilometres east of Kano. No journey is complete without dropping by Chad Basin National Park, Borno State Museum and Kofa biyu Maiduguri.
