United Kingdom
Nigeria
London to Abuja Time Difference
Abuja is 0 hours ahead of London
London vs Abuja — At a Glance
London to Abuja — Hour-by-Hour
About London and Abuja
London (population: 8.8M) is known for global finance, the City of London, Buckingham Palace, and the world's oldest underground railway. Abuja (population: 3.6M) is known for Nigeria's planned capital city, the National Mosque, and diplomatic quarters.
Business Hours Overlap
Abuja is a national capital, so official government hours (typically 9 AM–5 PM) are the primary window for diplomatic and administrative communication with London.
Calling Between Cities
Calling between London (+44) and Abuja (+234) is convenient — the time difference is small enough that you're unlikely to disturb anyone during normal waking hours.
Currency
London uses GBP while Abuja uses NGN. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
London and Abuja share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare London and Abuja visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between London and Abuja?
Abuja, Nigeria is 0 hours ahead of London, United Kingdom. London is in the Europe/London timezone (UTC+1) and Abuja is in the Africa/Lagos timezone (UTC+1).
When it's noon in London, what time is it in Abuja?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in London, it's 12:00 PM in Abuja.
What is the best time to call Abuja from London?
With only a 0-hour difference, you can comfortably call Abuja anytime during standard business hours (9 AM–6 PM London time).
What currency does Abuja use?
Abuja, Nigeria uses NGN. London uses GBP. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Abuja?
The primary language in Abuja is English. London also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Abuja from London?
To call Abuja from London, dial your international access code followed by +234 and the local number. London uses country code +44 and Abuja uses +234.
