Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lagos

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From Johannesburg to Lagos

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 13 different airlines.

Which airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of our airline partners flying from Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed have new flexible policies in place due to COVID-19. South African, Kenya Airways, and RwandAir are some of the carriers where you may find flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for airlines like South African with this kind of flexibility.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed to control the spread of COVID-19?

New policies can now be found on Etihad Airways to help keep travellers safe while flying. New policies for travellers booking flights from Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed include masks being provided and required on board, daily cleaning and sanitisation, use of HEPA filters, pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms, and socially-distanced seating (for a limited time). Keep in mind that policies will vary by airline.

Can I find flights from Johannesburg to Lagos, Lagos for under R5 400 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Johannesburg to Lagos, Lagos for under R5 400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on TAAG for just R5 365, but on average you can expect to pay R5 885.

Are there direct flights from Johannesburg to Lagos, Lagos for under R6 800 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 11 direct flights from Johannesburg to Lagos, Lagos under R6 800. A good price for a direct flight from Johannesburg to Lagos, Lagos is less than R7 953.

Are there last-minute flights available from Johannesburg to Lagos, Lagos for under R5 600?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Johannesburg to Lagos, Lagos within the next 7 days for less than R5 600.

How popular is this Johannesburg to Lagos, Lagos flight route?

This flight path from Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed was viewed by 17 463 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lagos, Lagos return?

Flying on TAAG is currently your cheapest option to Lagos, Lagos, with prices starting at R5 365. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and RwandAir, with the lowest prices starting at R5 582 and R5 726, respectively.

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

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R3 254 on Kenya Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include RwandAir from R3 369 and Egypt Air from R4 237 one-way.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg to Lagos, Lagos?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lagos, Lagos are British Airways, TAAG and Emirates. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Lagos, Lagos?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R3 395. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lagos Murtala Muhammed) can be booked for R5 611 on average our data indicates R7 866 when flying from Johannesburg to Lagos, Lagos

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.