Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lagos from R12 387

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FAO
Jan 5 — Jan 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Lagos are usually found in January or February, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Lagos
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 6 December 2025.

Sun 21/1219:45JNB - FAO
2 stops40h 40mLufthansa
Thu 25/1213:10FAO - JNB
2 stops25h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 5/12R18 928
Sun 21/1210:10JNB - FAO
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/1213:10FAO - JNB
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12R20 250

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Lagos

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Lagos flight deals. Data was last updated 6 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 828

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R15 742
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 4/5-22/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Lagos
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (R60 045 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (R13 548 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Lagos that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 6 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Lagos that are best for you.

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Johannesburg

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Lagos

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgFaro

JNB - FAO

JNBFAO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

21:15-14:45

1 stop18h 30m

Faro

Fri 22/5

19:50-9:25

1 stop36h 35m

R12 828

JohannesburgFaro

JNB - FAO

JNBFAO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

8:45-10:25

2 stops26h 40m

Faro

Fri 22/5

15:25-16:15

2 stops23h 50m

R14 098

JohannesburgFaro

JNB - FAO

JNBFAO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

21:15-14:45

1 stop18h 30m

Faro

Fri 22/5

19:50-8:50

2 stops36h 00m

R14 590

JohannesburgFaro

JNB - FAO

JNBFAO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

13:45-18:00

2 stops30h 15m

Faro

Tue 27/1

19:00-8:40

2 stops35h 40m

R16 454

JohannesburgFaro

JNB - FAO

JNBFAO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

22:20-23:50

2 stops26h 30m

Faro

Fri 22/5

18:20-16:15

2 stops20h 55m

R17 894

JohannesburgFaro

JNB - FAO

JNBFAO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/12

19:45-10:25

2 stops40h 40m

Faro

Thu 25/12

13:10-16:15

2 stops25h 05m

R18 928

JohannesburgFaro

JNB - FAO

JNBFAO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/12

10:10-10:25

2 stops26h 15m

Faro

Thu 25/12

13:10-9:00

2 stops41h 50m

R20 250

JohannesburgFaro

JNB - FAO

JNBFAO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

15:20-18:25

3 stops28h 05m

Faro

Fri 22/5

19:05-16:15

2 stops44h 10m

R22 791

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Deals found on 5/12

Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Lagos

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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 28 November 2025.

Booking 38 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Lagos (average of R7 032). Flying from Johannesburg to Lagos in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 047). 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 LA9?

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 6 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Lagos in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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

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 6 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Qatar Airways, andBrussels Airlines 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.

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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.
  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Lagos?

    British Airways, Lufthansa, and Qatar Airways can get you from Johannesburg to Lagos in just under 18h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 45m. The distance from Johannesburg to Lagos is about 7971 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 to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with KLM, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R8 400. British Airways flights start at R8 448 while deals on Lufthansa start at R8 957 one-way.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Lagos (average of R7 032). Flying from Johannesburg to Lagos in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 047). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 037AverageR13 609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR9 723AverageR13 678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR10 892AverageR24 057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 395AverageR16 783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestR12 225AverageR24 158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 121AverageR22 713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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