Cheap Flights from London to Owerri (QOW)

Heading home to the Eastern Heartland? Good Flights secures the best connections from London (Heathrow & Gatwick) to Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport (Owerri – QOW).

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Flights to Owerri (QOW) From London

London (LHR) ↩ Owerri (QOW)

Per person

£564

London (LHR) ↩ Owerri (QOW)

Per person

£564

London (LHR) ↩ Owerri (QOW)

Per person

£564

London (LHR) ↩ Owerri (QOW)

Per person

£564

How to Travel from London to Owerri?

Owerri is one of the busiest airports in Nigeria. To reach here from the UK, you will connect via Lagos or Abuja.

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 Owerri.
Domestic Airlines: Air Peace, United Nigeria Airlines, and Green Africa Airways.
Frequency: This route has the highest number of daily flights, giving you flexibility.

Option 2: The “Abuja Connection” (Smoother Transfer)

Step 1: Fly from London to Abuja (ABV) via British Airways or Lufthansa.
Step 2: Take a 1-hour flight from Abuja to Owerri.
Why choose this? Abuja airport is calmer than Lagos, and luggage transfer is often faster.

Best Airlines for the Main Journey

Turkish Airlines: (Via Istanbul). The #1 choice for Igbo families traveling with heavy luggage. The 46kg (2x 23kg) allowance allows you to bring everything you need for the village.
Air Peace: (Via Gatwick). Now you can fly Air Peace from London to Lagos and connect to Owerri on the same ticket. This is the “All-Nigerian” route.
Virgin Atlantic: (Via London Heathrow). Very popular for holidaymakers who want comfort before arriving in the heat of the East.

Flight Facts: London to Owerri

Key details for your trip to Imo State.

Feature	Details
Transit Hub	Lagos (LOS) or Abuja (ABV)
Final Destination	Sam Mbakwe Airport (QOW)
Domestic Flight Time	Approx. 1 hour
Key Local Airline	Air Peace & United Nigeria
Peak Season	December (Book 4-5 months early)

Why Fly to Owerri (Instead of Port Harcourt)?

Avoid the Road: The road from Port Harcourt to Owerri (via Elele) has faced security issues in the past. Flying directly into Sam Mbakwe Airport puts you right in the heart of Imo State, safe and sound.
Proximity: If you are heading to Orlu, Okigwe, or Mbaise, landing in Owerri saves you hours of travel compared to landing in Enugu or PHC.
Cargo Hub: As a cargo airport, Owerri handles luggage efficiently, which is great during the busy Christmas season.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have Questions? We have Got Answers.

When should I book for Christmas?

IMMEDIATELY. Flights to Owerri in December are the most expensive domestic tickets in Nigeria. We strongly advise booking your London-Owerri ticket by August or September. If you wait until November, seats may be sold out.

Which airline is cheapest to Owerri?

For the local leg, [Green Africa Airways] and [United Nigeria Airlines] often have lower fares than Air Peace. We can combine these with your international ticket.

Can I fly direct to Owerri?

No, there are no international flights to Owerri. All passengers must transit via Lagos or Abuja.

Is the airport open at night?

Sam Mbakwe Airport operates daylight hours mostly (Sunrise to Sunset). We will ensure your international flight lands early enough to catch a connection before the airport closes for the day.