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R3 600+ Cheap flights to Nigeria

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 31/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— LOS
Feb 2 — Feb 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Nigeria in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Nigeria
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Nigeria. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 3 January 2026.

Mon 9/216:50JNB - LOS
1 stop21h 25mRwandAir
Mon 23/214:45LOS - JNB
1 stop10h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 1/1R8 074
Sat 24/13:10JNB - LOS
1 stop11h 05mRwandAir
Thu 5/214:45LOS - JNB
1 stop22h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 1/1R8 107
Wed 21/116:50JNB - LOS
1 stop21h 25mRwandAir
Thu 29/114:45LOS - JNB
1 stop10h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 2/1R8 124
Fri 20/316:50JNB - LOS
1 stop21h 25mRwandAir
Fri 10/414:45LOS - JNB
1 stop22h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 3/1R8 140
Tue 3/215:10JNB - LOS
Nonstop6h 20mSouth African
Tue 10/222:00LOS - JNB
Nonstop5h 55mSouth African
Deal found 2/1R8 405
Sun 11/13:10JNB - LOS
1 stop11h 05mRwandAir
Mon 26/114:45LOS - JNB
1 stop10h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 1/1R8 471

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Find the latest flights to Nigeria in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 3 January 2026.

Return from

R8 074

One-way from

R3 600

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R9 593
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 9/2-23/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Lagos
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 31/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Nigeria
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R646 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R197 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

16:50-13:15

1 stop21h 25m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 23/2

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R8 074

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/1

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 26/1

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R8 471

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

15:10-20:30

Nonstop6h 20m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 10/2

22:00-4:55

Nonstop5h 55m

R8 520

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/1

0:45-9:30

1 stop9h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 26/2

18:15-11:45

2 stops16h 30m

R8 619

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

16:50-13:15

1 stop21h 25m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 21/3

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R8 685

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 7/6

14:45-14:20

1 stop22h 35m

R9 115

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

20:55-6:45

1 stop34h 50m

Abuja

Fri 26/6

13:20-9:00

1 stop18h 40m

R13 787

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

16:40-11:15

1 stop19h 35m

R3 748

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

16:40-19:05

2 stops27h 25m

R5 086

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Nigeria

How long is the flight to Nigeria?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria takes 10 hours 15 minutes. Flights to Nigeria from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Nigeria?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Nigeria are RwandAir, South African and TAAG.

South African
South African
From R8 507
RwandAir
RwandAir
From R6 772
TAAG
TAAG
From R6 120
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R7 179

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Nigeria?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Nigeria are Uganda Airlines, RwandAir and TAAG.

Rainfall in Nigeria by month

Plan your trip to Nigeria by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nigeria ranges from 13.0 - 316.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 316.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Nigeria when rainfall is around 13.0 mm.

Temperature in Nigeria by month

Plan your trip to Nigeria by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nigeria, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Nigeria?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Nigeria in the last few years. This data was updated on 3 January 2026.
The most popular places in Nigeria to fly to are Lagos and Abuja.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nigeria

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nigeria. 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 Nigeria. Reviews last updated 3 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with RwandAir, South African, andEthiopian Air to Nigeria have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

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
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

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
South African
7,5
Good
50 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

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
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
925 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

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
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
287 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

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

FAQs about flying to Nigeria

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Nigeria if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Nigeria on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Nigeria?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, TAAG is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Nigeria.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Nigeria?

    Lagos Murtala Muhammed is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Nigeria. One-way flights to Lagos Murtala Muhammed typically cost R1 099, while return flights cost around R1 968.

  • How much is a return flight to Nigeria?

    A return flight to Nigeria will typically cost around R2 745, however they can be found for as little as R2 267.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Nigeria depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Nigeria, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (6 hours 20 minutes).

  • Does Lagos Murtala Muhammed have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Lagos Murtala Muhammed can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Lagos Murtala Muhammed?

    Yes. Lagos Murtala Muhammed has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Legend Hotel Lagos Airport, Curio Collection by Hilton is the closest property to Lagos Murtala Muhammed (0,0 km away from Lagos Murtala Muhammed).

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