Based on a list of airlines operating flights in this route against their respective prices, here are the cheapest flights from Lagos to Calabar this month.
Arik Air
31st May, 2017
Lagos to Calabar
11:15 to 12:30? (economy)?????????? N40,378.00
2:15 to 3:30??????? (economy)?????????? N31,107.00
4:15 to 5:30??????? (economy)?????????? N28,790.00
Based on a list of airlines operating flights in this route against their respective prices, here are the cheapest flights from the Lagos to Calabar Route in the next 3 months.
Air Peace
30
th August, 2017
Lagos to Calabar
11:15 to 12:30? (economy) N 20,574.41
Introduction to Calabar
Calabar is a port city inSouthern Nigeria, near the Cameroon border. The capital of Cross River State, it sits on a hill near the Calabar River and the Cross River Delta. British colonial architecture fills the city?s older sections, including Henshaw Town, Duke Town and the waterfront area. Dating from the 19th century, Duke Town Cathedral is one of Nigeria?s oldest churches. The nearby cemetery offers river views.
Calabar Airport
Margaret Ekpo International Airport, also identified as Calabar Airport, is an airport serving Calabar, the capital of the Cross River State in Nigeria. The Calabar VOR-DME is located 2.9 nautical miles off the threshold of Runway 03.
Calabar has a number of airlines operating domestic flights from it's airport, including Aero Contractors, Arik Air, Associated Aviation and Dana Air
On arrival, there is a variety of options for getting around Calabar, such as Taxis, Car Hire and Buses.
Car Hire/ Rentals
Most major car hire companies have a presence in Calabar. Offices are located at different Places in the City including the Airport and some of the major hotels.
The local authorities have made a great effort to make the streets safe by enlarging them, removing potholes, and adding stripes between lanes. You can move around Calabar but be very security conscious.
Driving in Calabar
When driving in Calabar please remember:
- Drinking while driving is a serious offence and can result in a prison sentence.
- Vehicles drive on the right-hand side of the road.
- Be very careful when driving.
- Use of mobile telephones is illegal when driving.
- A minimum speed limit of 60 km/h applies on major roads.
- Use of seatbelts is compulsory.
Taxis
Calabar is very pedestrian-friendly and taxis are the best way to travel around the city. For short distances, bike (also called okada) can take you. Taxis are relatively cheap and can be found outside hotels or hailed almost everywhere (there are over 6,000 in the city). Drivers are usually pretty courteous and most speak English with fluency.
In January 2007 a fleet of blue taxis was introduced for women, children and families only.
Buses
Buses were also introduced by the Government called Metro Blue, it goes round the whole city of Calabar Up to Tinapa, and its Cheaper.
Tourist Attractions in Calabar
There are a lot of Colonial Architecture in the older parts of Calabar, around Henshaw Town, Duke Town and the waterfront areas.
Duke Town Church
One of the oldest churches in Nigeria. It was established by the Presbyterian church missionaries. If you go to Eyamba Street just past the church there is a cemetery with stunning views over the town and river. Inside the cemetrey is the tomb of Mary Slessor, a missionary from Dundee in Scotland UK. She was very influential in this part of Nigeria.
Calabar Museum
On the hill overlooking the waterfront, in the Old Government House, the former residence of the colonial governor. The building was designed and built in Glasgow and shipped over in pieces. The museum concentrates on the history of Calabar, the region and slavery. It has a larger quantity of original documents relating to Nigeria. Since it is not heavily frequented by tourists you can easily get a guided tour from one of the staff. Interested persons could spend 3 hours there and barely touch the surface of the material. There are a lot of artifacts relating to the production of palm oil in the back which are fascinating too.
Drill Monkey Rehab Centre
This is yet another tourist attraction that attracts thousands of visitors round the year. It is located at a place called NNI (Ndidem Nsang Iso) Road. This center hardly attracts the sight of visitors as it is located behind a guest house. A couple from the USA, who were biologists by profession, founded this rehab center. The Government approached them with a request that they should not leave the Red Drill monkeys that were initially hunted and feasted upon by tribal people who inhabited in the Mountains of Afi.
The Marina Resort
The Marina Resort is one of the most fascinating tourist destinations in Calabar. The resort is home to buildings dating back to the colonial era as well as modern facilities like the slave museum, speed boat ride, the carrousel horse ride, film/movie theatre, and night clubs. The resort affords visitors a rare view of the beautiful Calabar River in a relaxed atmosphere.
Watt Market
This is a popular shopping destination.? Here you can get great bargains on a varied range of wax materials, automobile parts, jeans, and much more.
Marian Market
This market, on the other hand, is known for fresh farm produce. Here you can buy vegetables at a reasonable price. But make sure you take a local person with you to get a good bargain.
Tinapa
Tinapa provides international standard wholesale emporiums, integrated shopping complexes and product distribution elements supported by business tourism and entertainment facilities.
FAQs about flights from Lagos to Calabar
Q: What is the best time to fly from Lagos to Calabar?
A: The best time to travel to Calabar is during the off season period. Fares are usually low during this period.
Q: When is the best time to book a ticket to Calabar?
A: Booking 3 months in advance is advised for best prices.
Q: How long does the trip take?
A: If you travel with an airplane (which has average speed of 560 miles) from Lagos to Calabar, it takes 0.64 hours to arrive.
Q: What is the distance between both cities?
A: This air travel distance is equal to 357 miles.
Q: Where can one book cheap flights to Calabar?
A: For cheap tickets. Check the airports operating airline (Arik Air & Peace Air) official website
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