Cheap Flights from London to Benin City (BNI)

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Flights to Benin City (BNI) From London

London (LHR) ↩ Benin City (BNI)

Per person

£909

London (LHR) ↩ Benin City (BNI)

Per person

£1009

London (LHR) ↩ Benin City (BNI)

Per person

£1109

London (LHR) ↩ Benin City (BNI)

Per person

£1212

How to Travel from London to Benin City?

Benin City is a key domestic hub. To reach there from the UK, you will fly into a major Nigerian gateway and connect via a local carrier.

Option 1: The “Lagos Connection” (Most Frequent)

Step 1: Fly from London to Lagos (LOS) via Virgin Atlantic, British Airways, or Air Peace.
Step 2: Connect to a domestic flight from Lagos to Benin.
Flight Time: A quick 45-50 minute flight.
Domestic Airlines: Air Peace, Green Africa Airways, and Arik Air operate multiple flights daily.

Option 2: The “Abuja Connection” (Less Stress)

Step 1: Fly from London to Abuja (ABV) via British Airways.
Step 2: Take an Air Peace or Green Africa flight from Abuja to Benin.
Why choose this? Abuja airport is less crowded than Lagos, making the transfer to the domestic wing much easier and calmer.

Best Airlines for the Main Journey

Turkish Airlines: (Via Istanbul). The absolute favorite for Edo families. The 46kg (2x 23kg) baggage allowance is essential for bringing gifts and goods home.
Air Peace: (From Gatwick). You can fly Air Peace from London to Lagos and then seamlessly connect to their Benin flight. Supporting a Nigerian brand all the way!
Virgin Atlantic: (From Heathrow). Offers a very comfortable flight to Lagos. We can pair this with a Green Africa ticket for your final leg to keep costs down.

Flight Facts: London to Benin City

Key details for your trip to Edo State.

Feature	Details
Departure	London (LHR/LGW)
Transit Hub	Lagos (LOS) or Abuja (ABV)
Final Destination	Benin City Airport (BNI)
Domestic Flight Time	Approx. 50 mins
Key Local Airline	Air Peace & Green Africa]
Target Audience	Diaspora Families, Cultural Visitors

Why Fly to Benin (Instead of Road Travel)?

Avoid the Expressway: The road from Lagos to Benin (via Sagamu and Ore) is notorious for gridlock and security incidents. A 4-hour drive can turn into a whole day.
Safety First: Flying eliminates the risks of road travel entirely. It is the smartest choice for anyone arriving from the UK.
Proximity: Benin Airport is located right in the city (GRA), just minutes away from the Oba’s Palace and major hotels.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Are there direct flights to Benin City from London?

No, you must connect via Lagos or Abuja.

Which airline is the cheapest to Benin?

For the domestic leg, [Green Africa Airways] often offers the lowest prices. We can bundle this with your international ticket to give you the best total price.

Is 46kg luggage allowed to Benin?

If you fly [Turkish Airlines] to Lagos, you get 46kg. However, domestic airlines may restrict you to 20kg. We advise booking “Excess Baggage” in advance for the Benin leg to avoid high fees at the airport.

Can I fly to Benin from Abuja?

Yes! [Air Peace] and [Green Africa] fly from Abuja to Benin. If you find a cheap British Airways flight to Abuja, this is a great alternative route.