Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lagos from R3 627

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 27/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LOS
Feb 20 — Feb 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed are usually found in August or November, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Lagos. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 January 2026.

Thu 5/315:10
JNB
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LOS
Nonstop6h 20m
South African
Thu 12/322:00
LOS
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 55m
South African
Deal found 19/1R8 353
Thu 5/315:10
JNB
-
LOS
Nonstop6h 20m
South African
Wed 11/322:00
LOS
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 55m
South African
Deal found 19/1R8 369
Wed 29/73:10
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop11h 05m
RwandAir
Fri 7/814:45
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop10h 35m
RwandAir
Deal found 19/1R8 435
Sun 22/33:10
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop11h 05m
RwandAir
Wed 15/414:45
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop22h 35m
RwandAir
Deal found 19/1R8 599
Fri 30/1016:50
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop21h 25m
RwandAir
Tue 3/1114:45
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop10h 35m
RwandAir
Deal found 18/1R8 632
Wed 25/215:10
JNB
-
LOS
Nonstop6h 20m
South African
Fri 6/322:00
LOS
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 55m
South African
Deal found 20/1R8 813
Thu 19/315:10
JNB
-
LOS
Nonstop6h 20m
South African
Thu 26/322:00
LOS
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 55m
South African
Deal found 19/1R9 075
Thu 5/310:55
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop9h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/322:00
LOS
-
JNB
Nonstop5h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1R9 108
Mon 18/516:50
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop21h 25m
RwandAir
Sun 7/614:45
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop22h 35m
RwandAir
Deal found 20/1R9 141
Thu 5/35:30
JNB
-
LOS
2 stops12h 45m
ASKY
Wed 11/39:15
LOS
-
JNB
2 stops13h 50m
ASKY
Deal found 19/1R9 256

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Lagos

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Lagos (LOS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 353

One-way from

R3 627

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R9 485
South African
  • South African
  • 5/3-12/3
  • Nonstop
  • 12h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Lagos
Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 8/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Lagos
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R7 621 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 291 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

15:10-20:30

Nonstop6h 20m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Fri 13/3

22:00-4:55

Nonstop5h 55m

R8 517

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 15/4

14:45-14:20

1 stop22h 35m

R8 599

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/3

16:50-13:15

1 stop21h 25m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 20/4

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R8 599

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 15/4

14:45-14:20

1 stop22h 35m

R8 599

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 16/4

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R8 599

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

16:50-13:15

1 stop21h 25m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Fri 17/4

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R8 599

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 15/4

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R8 599

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 21/4

14:45-14:20

1 stop22h 35m

R8 599

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

16:50-13:15

1 stop21h 25m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 20/4

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R8 599

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

15:10-20:30

Nonstop6h 20m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 26/3

22:00-4:55

Nonstop5h 55m

R9 075

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Lagos

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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.

Booking 77 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.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Lagos (average of R5 908). Flying from Johannesburg to Lagos in December is currently the most expensive (average of R7 368). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Lagos. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 January 2026.

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?

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Lagos delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Lagos have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 153 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 at night 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 4% of flights being delayed.

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 21 January 2026.
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

6,7

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

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

6,7

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

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

6,7

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

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

6,7

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

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

6,7

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Lagos. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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 12 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Lagos?

    South African and RwandAir can get you from Johannesburg to Lagos in just under 6h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 45m. 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 R5 378. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Uganda Airlines and RwandAir, with the lowest prices starting at R6 427 and R6 725, respectively. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos for 38% 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 Uganda Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R2 903. Air Côte d’Ivoire flights start at R3 054 while deals on TAAG start at R3 240 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Lagos?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R6 432. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lagos Murtala Muhammed) can be booked for R7 516 on average, our data indicates R14 122 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Lagos (average of R5 908). Flying from Johannesburg to Lagos in December is currently the most expensive (average of R7 368). 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 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lagos

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air Côte d’IvoireCheapestR5 378AverageR7 603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR6 427AverageR9 264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR6 725AverageR7 979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR6 909AverageR7 387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 294AverageR14 306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 574AverageR9 049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 238AverageR9 811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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South AfricanCheapestR8 760AverageR11 730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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ASKYCheapestR8 830AverageR9 206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 226AverageR10 588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Helpful tips for your next trip to Lagos

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to Lagos. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • 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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