Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lagos

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From Johannesburg to Lagos

What days are direct flights available from Johannesburg to Lagos?

You can find direct flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How popular is this flight route?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lagos Murtala Muhammed have been viewed 14 222 times in the past calendar month.

How long does the flight from Johannesburg to Lagos take?

A typical direct flight can take about 7 hours, covering about 2 826 kilometres.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to Lagos on average per day?

On average 2 flights depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lagos Murtala Muhammed per day.
Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 100% of flight departures

Does it rain more in Johannesburg or Lagos?

Johannesburg will have greater rainfall in 0 compared to Lagos over the next 21 days.

Is Johannesburg weather warmer or cooler than Lagos?

Our data indicates that the weather will be 26 °C on average in the month of January. The temperature in Lagos is typically colder than in Johannesburg. If you're traveling when the temperature is at its warmest, push to plan early, as flight price and availability will have an impact on your travels. For the best results, search for flights well in advance or after peak season.

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.