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R3 531+ Cheap flights to Lagos

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— LOS
Feb 23 — Mar 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Lagos, Nigeria in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Lagos
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Lagos. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 24 January 2026.

Tue 17/216:40
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop20h 30m
TAAG
Tue 24/213:30
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop24h 10m
TAAG
Deal found 22/1R8 046
Sun 8/315:10
JNB
-
LOS
Nonstop6h 20m
South African
Sun 15/322:00
LOS
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 55m
South African
Deal found 22/1R8 062
Fri 6/215:10
JNB
-
LOS
Nonstop6h 20m
South African
Fri 6/322:00
LOS
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 55m
South African
Deal found 22/1R8 256
Thu 5/315:10
JNB
-
LOS
Nonstop6h 20m
South African
Thu 12/322:00
LOS
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 55m
South African
Deal found 23/1R8 417
Sun 25/10:45
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop14h 45m
Uganda Airlines
Thu 5/318:15
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 23/1R8 433
Sat 24/10:45
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop13h 00m
TAAG
Sat 7/311:20
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop10h 55m
TAAG
Deal found 23/1R8 449
Sun 8/315:10
JNB
-
LOS
Nonstop6h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/315:30
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop11h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1R8 498
Fri 30/1016:50
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop21h 25m
RwandAir
Tue 3/1114:45
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop10h 35m
RwandAir
Deal found 21/1R8 530
Sat 1/83:10
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop11h 05m
RwandAir
Mon 3/814:45
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop22h 35m
RwandAir
Deal found 22/1R8 594
Mon 26/13:10
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop11h 05m
RwandAir
Wed 28/114:45
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop10h 35m
RwandAir
Deal found 22/1R8 740

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Find the latest flights to Lagos in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 24 January 2026.

Return from

R8 046

One-way from

R3 531

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R9 320
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 17/2-24/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Lagos
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Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 8/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Lagos
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R456 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R137 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

16:40-12:10

1 stop20h 30m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 24/2

13:30-14:40

1 stop24h 10m

R8 046

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

15:10-20:30

Nonstop6h 20m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 15/3

22:00-4:55

Nonstop5h 55m

R8 256

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

16:50-13:15

1 stop21h 25m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 7/6

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R8 965

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

14:55-8:40

1 stop18h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 15/3

22:00-4:55

Nonstop5h 55m

R8 998

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

7:30-12:10

2 stops29h 40m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 8/4

13:30-14:40

1 stop24h 10m

R9 207

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

15:10-20:30

Nonstop6h 20m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 8/4

13:40-4:25

1 stop13h 45m

R9 223

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

16:40-10:20

1 stop18h 40m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 20/4

1:05-9:05

2 stops31h 00m

R9 304

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

5:30-17:15

2 stops12h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 8/3

9:15-0:05

2 stops13h 50m

R9 368

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

5:30-17:15

2 stops12h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 7/6

9:15-0:05

2 stops13h 50m

R9 546

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

0:45-14:30

1 stop14h 45m

R3 531

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Best time to book a flight to Lagos

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Lagos

When is the best time to book a flight to Lagos?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Lagos. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2026.

The price you pay for your flight to Lagos may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Lagos?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Lagos takes 18 hours 40 minutes. Flights to Lagos from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Lagos?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lagos are RwandAir, South African and TAAG.

South African
South African
From R8 308
RwandAir
RwandAir
From R6 607
TAAG
TAAG
From R6 071
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
From R8 094

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Lagos?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lagos are Air Côte d’Ivoire, Uganda Airlines and RwandAir.

Rainfall in Lagos by month

Plan your trip to Lagos by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lagos ranges from 13.0 - 316.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 316.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Lagos when rainfall is around 13.0 mm.

Temperature in Lagos by month

Plan your trip to Lagos by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lagos, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lagos

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lagos. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Lagos. Reviews last updated 24 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with RwandAir, South African, andEthiopian Air to Nigeria by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
South African
7,3
Good
52 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
948 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
292 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

FAQs about flying to Lagos

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lagos?

    Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS), located 8,0 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Lagos.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Lagos if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Lagos on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Lagos?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air Côte d’Ivoire is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Lagos.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Lagos?

    Lagos Murtala Muhammed is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Lagos. One-way flights to Lagos Murtala Muhammed typically cost R1 073, while return flights cost around R8 203.

  • How much is a return flight to Lagos?

    A return flight to Lagos will typically cost around R11 613, however they can be found for as little as R8 203.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Lagos depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Lagos, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 40 minutes).

  • Does Lagos Murtala Muhammed have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Lagos Murtala Muhammed can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Lagos Murtala Muhammed?

    Yes. Lagos Murtala Muhammed has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Legend Hotel Lagos Airport, Curio Collection by Hilton is the closest property to Lagos Murtala Muhammed (0,0 km away from Lagos Murtala Muhammed).

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