How long is the flight to Lagos from London?

Lagos is about 3,109 miles from Heathrow. A non-stop flight, where one operates, takes around 6h 30m; with one connection most journeys take 9h 45m to 11h 45m.

Which airport do I fly into?

Murtala Muhammed International Airport, airport code LOS.

What is the time difference?

Local time in Lagos is UTC+1. The UK is on UTC+0 in winter and UTC+1 in summer.

How do I get today’s fare?

Send us your route or call 020 3137 8781 — we’re open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A consultant checks live fares across the airlines and calls you back.

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Nigeria · LOS

Cheap flights to Lagos

Africa’s largest city and Nigeria’s commercial engine, with the busiest route from the UK to West Africa.

Arrival airport: Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Distance from London: 3,109 miles
Non-stop flying time: around 6h 30m
With one stop: usually 9h 45m–11h 45m
Local time: UTC+1
Currency: Nigerian naira (NGN)

When to go

November to February is the dry season; the rains are heaviest from May to July.

How people get there

Common connecting points for Lagos: Istanbul, Dubai, Doha, Addis Ababa, Nairobi and major European hubs such as Amsterdam and Paris. Which airlines are flying, and whether there is a non-stop service on your dates, changes through the year — a consultant checks live schedules and fares for you.

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Other cities in Nigeria

Abuja

Entry requirements change. Check the latest UK government travel advice for Nigeria before you book.

Questions people ask

How long is the flight to Lagos from London?: Lagos is about 3,109 miles from Heathrow. A non-stop flight, where one operates, takes around 6h 30m; with one connection most journeys take 9h 45m to 11h 45m.
Which airport do I fly into?: Murtala Muhammed International Airport, airport code LOS.
What is the time difference?: Local time in Lagos is UTC+1. The UK is on UTC+0 in winter and UTC+1 in summer.
When is the best time to go?: November to February is the dry season; the rains are heaviest from May to July.
How do I get today’s fare?: Send us your route or call 020 3137 8781 — we’re open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A consultant checks live fares across the airlines and calls you back.