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R3 678+ Cheap flights to Nigeria

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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 12 August 2026.

Tue 8/95:45 -
1 stop10h 00m
Tue 15/916:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 11/8R8 020
Wed 2/95:45 -
1 stop10h 00m
Wed 9/916:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 11/8R8 036
Sat 12/95:45 -
1 stop10h 00m
Sat 19/916:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 12/8R8 068
Mon 31/816:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Sun 20/916:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 8/8R8 085
Fri 2/1016:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Wed 25/1116:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 10/8R8 101
Wed 23/95:45 -
1 stop10h 00m
Wed 30/916:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 9/8R8 133

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Browse one-way and return flights deals to Nigeria on Cheapflights. Flight deals are based on user searches and were last updated on 12 August 2026
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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 12 August 2026.

Return from

R8 020

One-way from

R3 678

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R8 036
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 8/9-15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Lagos
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 4/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Nigeria
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R550 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R184 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in August 2026
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/9

13:45-0:30

1 stop11h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 28/9

13:30-7:55

2 stops17h 25m

R10 401

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/12

20:40-12:30

1 stop16h 50m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 10/1

22:25-11:45

1 stop12h 20m

R10 677
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 5/11

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R13 253

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/10

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 8/11

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R13 253

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 9/11

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R13 253

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ABV Abuja

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

22:50-18:15

2 stops20h 25m

Abuja

Tue 15/9

12:35-13:25

2 stops23h 50m

R13 836

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ABV Abuja

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/8

14:15-20:20

2 stops31h 05m

Abuja

Tue 25/8

7:00-4:15

3 stops20h 15m

R17 141

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ABV Abuja

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

8:20-19:25

1 stop12h 05m

Abuja

Sun 6/9

13:25-3:55

1 stop13h 30m

R18 583

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ABV Abuja

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

1:15-19:05

3 stops18h 50m

Abuja

Sat 12/9

10:30-20:10

3 stops32h 40m

R18 680

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ABV Abuja

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

5:00-17:00

2 stops13h 00m

Abuja

Sat 7/11

10:10-0:05

2 stops12h 55m

R20 268

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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 57 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.

RwandAir
RwandAir
From R6 621
South African
South African
From R8 396
TAAG
TAAG
From R6 825
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R6 005

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Nigeria?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Nigeria are Air Côte d’Ivoire, Ethiopian Air and Uganda Airlines.

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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Nigeria?

The price you pay for your flight to Nigeria may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 12 August 2026.
The most popular places in Nigeria to fly to are Lagos, Abuja and Enugu.

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 12 August 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
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,8

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
7,8
Good
42 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,8

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
7,6
Good
63 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,8

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
1 025 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,8

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
6,7
Okay
319 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,8

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, Air Côte d’Ivoire 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 062, while return flights cost around R1 218.

  • How much is a return flight to Nigeria?

    A return flight to Nigeria will typically cost around R12 638, however they can be found for as little as R8 701.

  • 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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