Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lagos from R3 658

JNB — LOS
Sep 27 — Oct 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed are usually found in November or February, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Lagos

Mon 12/105:45 -
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Mon 19/1016:00 -
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Deal found 27/8R7 876
Wed 23/95:45 -
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Wed 30/916:00 -
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Deal found 23/8R7 907
Tue 1/916:40 -
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Tue 8/916:00 -
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Deal found 23/8R7 939
Fri 28/813:45 -
1 stop11h 45m
Thu 3/92:00 -
1 stop9h 45m
Deal found 27/8R7 955
Fri 4/916:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Tue 15/916:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 25/8R7 971
Fri 11/1216:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Tue 29/1216:00 -
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Deal found 24/8R7 987
Wed 2/95:45 -
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Sun 6/916:00 -
1 stop11h 15m
Deal found 26/8R8 003
Sun 15/1116:40 -
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Sat 2/116:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 25/8R8 019
Tue 1/916:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Tue 15/916:00 -
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Deal found 25/8R8 035
Tue 8/95:45 -
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Wed 23/1216:00 -
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Deal found 27/8R8 115
Sat 7/115:45 -
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Mon 16/1116:00 -
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Deal found 23/8R8 195

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Lagos

Round-trip from

R7 876

One-way from

R3 658

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R8 243
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 1/1-11/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Lagos
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 15/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Lagos
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R8 918 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 127 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2026

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JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

13:45-0:30

1 stop11h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 8/11

22:25-11:45

1 stop12h 20m

R8 307

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/12

5:45-14:45

1 stop10h 00m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 30/12

16:00-14:40

1 stop21h 40m

R8 770

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

22:50-11:40

1 stop13h 50m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 5/11

13:15-3:55

1 stop13h 40m

R10 304

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/10

8:20-12:05

1 stop28h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 7/11

5:40-20:10

1 stop13h 30m

R10 336

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/10

3:00-12:30

1 stop10h 30m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 19/10

13:30-7:55

3 stops17h 25m

R10 463

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/12

12:50-13:15

3 stops25h 25m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 30/12

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R16 039

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

14:30-3:10

1 stop13h 40m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 28/9

13:05-18:30

2 stops28h 25m

R17 540

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

10:55-12:05

2 stops26h 10m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 8/11

5:40-20:10

1 stop13h 30m

R20 016

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

9:25-14:00

3 stops29h 35m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 10/12

15:30-15:35

1 stop23h 05m

R21 726

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/10

12:30-11:40

3 stops48h 10m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 15/10

13:05-3:55

1 stop13h 50m

R22 972

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Lagos

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Lagos from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Lagos

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Lagos?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Lagos (average of R7 892). Flying from Johannesburg to Lagos in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 959). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to LOS?

When flying from Johannesburg to Lagos, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Lagos?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg to Lagos flights typically cost between R6 949 and R11 182 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R7 876 on TAAG (Jan 1–Jan 11).

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Lagos delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Lagos have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 136 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Lagos flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Lagos flights?

Over the past year, South African have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Lagos?

Booking 54 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lagos. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Lagos

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with RwandAir,South African, andEthiopian Air from Johannesburg to Lagos by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

6,8

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,4

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

Entertainment

6,8

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,4

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

Entertainment

6,8

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,4

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

Entertainment

6,8

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,4

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

Entertainment

6,8

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,4

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

Related info for your journey

  • Which green airlines operate flights between Lagos and Johannesburg?

    If you want to take a flight on an environmentally friendly aircraft from Johannesburg to Lagos, think about reserving a flight ticket with Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways, or Air Namibia. To lessen their significant reliance on fuel usage and greenhouse gas emissions, some carriers have begun utilizing fuel optimization technologies. To help reduce noise pollution, these airlines are likewise dedicated to replacing their complex, loud, and massive engines with lighter ones.

  • What sources may be used to discover a flight from Johannesburg to Lagos that is environmentally friendly?

    Before you book your tickets, learn more about the numerous ecological initiatives that the largest airlines, such as Air Namibia, which flies from Johannesburg to Lagos, provide. To learn more about the carriers' commitment to sustainability,be sure to read their Environmental, Social, and Governance reports. In order to create their ESG Reports, airlines usually examine their environmental impact on airports as well as their sustainability services. Travelers may also be able to follow the actions taken by the various airlines to uphold environmental responsibility on this route thanks to IATA's Environmental Assessment for Airports and Ground Service providers (IEnVA) report.

  • Can passengers taking a plane from JNB to LOS keep their promise to practice sustainability?

    It is possible to get to Lagos from Johannesburg sustainably by only packing what is absolutely necessary. Emissions of carbon dioxide would be greatly reduced if the aircrafts are lighter. If you want to reduce the carbon footprint that each seat leaves behind, flying in economy is another viable green travel choice to consider.

  • What airports serve Johannesburg to Lagos flights?

    Passengers who are travelling to Lagos from Johannesburg will start the trip at O.R. Tambo International Airport or Lanseria International Airport. Travellers who are interested in a smaller, quieter airport may want to choose Lanseria Airport. However, those who want a larger and more well-equipped airport may want to start the journey at O.R. Tambo. After reaching Lagos, travellers will disembark at Murtala Muhammed International Airport. This airport had around 6.3 million passengers in 2017 and serves the entirety of Nigeria. It is a hub for many airlines including Air Peace, Aero Contractors, and Dana Air.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Lagos?

    There aren’t many flights that go direct to Lagos from Johannesburg, but some do exist. These flights are provided by South African Airways and will quickly take passengers to Lagos in about 6h 10m. Other than the limited direct flights, several others make a stop somewhere along the trip. These flights are provided by many other airlines including ASKY Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, and Kenya Airlines. These flights are often going to be longer than a direct flight, but they are also less expensive. Travellers should expect these flights to take around 7h 40m.

  • What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Lagos?

    Even when taking an indirect, stopover flight that goes down once before reaching Lagos, there are several places the stop may be made. Some of these include Kigali Airport, Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, or Dubai Airport. Some of the flights are also going to touch down an additional one to two times. An example would be a flight stopping in Lusaka Airport, Harare Airport, and Kigali Airport. Flights with two or three stops tend to take longer to reach Lagos and may be more expensive than flights with a single stop.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos?

    Travelling from Johannesburg to Lagos requires a visa as well as a valid passport that is valid at least 30 days after the end of the trip.

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

    Located just 8,0 km from the city centre, Lagos Murtala Muhammed is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Lagos from Johannesburg. Booking flights from Johannesburg to Murtala Muhammed (LOS) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Johannesburg from 9 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Lagos?

    Uganda Airlines, TAAG, and Ethiopian Air can get you from Johannesburg to Lagos in just under 10h. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 50m. The distance from Johannesburg to Lagos is about 4519 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lagos round-trip?

    Flying on Air Côte d’Ivoire is currently your cheapest option to Lagos, with prices starting at R3 119. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and Uganda Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at R5 921 and R6 442, respectively. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos for 64% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Côte d’Ivoire, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R1 021. TAAG flights start at R2 861 while deals on Uganda Airlines start at R3 189 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Lagos?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R5 764. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lagos Murtala Muhammed) can be booked for R7 620 on average, our data indicates R10 452 when flying from Johannesburg to Lagos.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Lagos?

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Lagos flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Lagos flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Lagos?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Lagos.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Lagos?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Lagos by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Lagos?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Lagos (average of R7 892). Flying from Johannesburg to Lagos in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 959). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lagos

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air Côte d’IvoireCheapestR3 119AverageR4 275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 921AverageR9 645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR6 442AverageR8 550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR6 518AverageR8 022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR6 738AverageR7 888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 101AverageR12 506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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ASKYCheapestR8 691AverageR9 791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR8 824AverageR12 569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 987AverageR10 288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Helpful tips for your next trip to Lagos

  • Public transportation is a more environmentally responsible alternative to think about when commuting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to various locations in and around Lagos because it emits less CO2 onto the roadways than private cars.
  • Consider departing via Johannesburg's OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) if you prefer to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos via an airport that supports environmental initiatives. One of JNB's key priorities is getting rid of single-use plastics from all of its operations.
  • Take into consideration making LOS Airport your final stop when traveling to Lagos from JNB if you'd like to arrive in an airport that respects the environment. This airport is committed to implement solar energy generation mechanisms in an effort to keep its reputation as being environmentally friendly.

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