Non-stop flights from Lagos (LOS)
Lagos Airport (IATA: LOS, ICAO: DNMM), also known as Murtala Muhammed International Airport, is the largest airport in Nigeria.It is Nigeria's main international airport and serves the area of Lagos.Lagos Airport has non-stop passenger flights scheduled to 47 destinations in 27 countries.
At present, there are 17 domestic flights from Lagos.
The longest flight from Lagos LOS is a 5,835 mile (9,391 km) non-stop route to Atlanta ATL. This direct flight takes around 12 hours and 52 minutes and is operated by Delta.
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In total there are 36 airlines flying from and to Lagos. Most flights are operated by one of the following carriers:
Popular destinations from Lagos
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Lagos, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Lagos that require a stopover:
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Lagos. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles.
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Destinations from Lagos by flight duration
Discover a variety of destinations from Lagos below, organized by flight duration. This layout allows you to easily identify destinations based on the maximum flight duration you prefer. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!
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Long-haul Flights from Lagos
Long-haul flights open up the world, enabling travellers from Lagos to easily reach distant destinations! Proper preparation and awareness of what to expect can transform these long journeys into a smoother and more enjoyable experience.
Flights are usually operated by a wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777, 787 Dreamliner, Airbus A330, A350, and A380, offering fuel efficiency and comfort. On most airlines, you can enjoy complimentary food and beverages in Economy Class, as well as seat-back screens with entertainment systems, and even Wi-Fi. Long-haul flights often involve crossing multiple time zones, leading to potential jet lag. Adjusting your sleep schedule to the destination’s time zone before departure can help minimize jet lag.
Finally, don't forget to bring your travel pillow, eye mask, and noise-canceling headphones to make your flight as comfortable as possible, as you will be on the plane for 7 hours or more!
Explore all long-haul destinations from Lagos (with a flight duration of more than 7 hours) below:
Best time to travel from Lagos
When planning a trip from Lagos, the ideal time to travel depends on the climate and location of your destination. To assist you, we've organized all destinations by their climate types.
🌴 Tropical destinations
As of April, you can fly non-stop to 26 tropical locations. These areas are renowned for their rainforests, beaches, and adventurous activities like hiking, diving, and wildlife exploration.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
In the Northern Hemisphere, the dry season for these destinations lasts from November to April, which is the best time to explore them! You can enjoy predominantly dry conditions with tempratures ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F) during this period, while the wet season might lead to longer rain spells.
🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:
The tropical spots in the Southern Hemisphere have their dry season from May to October, making it the best time to explore these beautiful destinations. During this dry period, you can expect mostly clear skies. Although the temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F), the wet season can bring days of rain.
☀️ Hot Mediterranean destinations
Lagos currently offers non-stop flights to 7 Hot Mediterranean destinations. Known for their beautiful coastlines and rich cultural heritage — although depending on your the exact destination of your choice — as well as outdoor lifestyle offering a balance of relaxation, nature, and culture.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
Although Mediterranean destinations in the Northern Hemisphere are nice to visit throughout the year, the best times to explore them are in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). The temperatures during these seasons are pleasantly warm, which is a nice contrast to the summer heat that often prevails there with temperatures rising above 30°C (86°F).
🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:
You can enjoy the Mediterranean areas in the Southern Hemisphere any time of the year, but spring (September-November) and fall (March-May) are the best times to visit, as hot summer days with temperatures above 30°C (86°F) are frequent.
🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime destinations
You can find direct flights from Lagos to 6 different oceanic and maritime locations at the moment. Enjoy the mild weather, green scenery, and a peaceful blend of nature and cultural exploration.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The oceanic locations in the Northern Hemisphere are ideal for a summer getaway, specifically from May to August, with temperatures from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). You'll enjoy pleasantly warm weather, whereas the months from September to February are more prone to rain.
🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:
As you plan your trip, keep in mind that on the Southern Hemisphere the autumn and winter months in this type of destinations tend to be rainier, from March to August. So, if you prefer sunny skies and outdoor activities, it's best to visit during the summer season, from November to February. During this period, temperatures typically range from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F).
🏜️ Desert destinations
If you're interested in exploring a desert destination accessible via direct flight from Lagos, consider these 3 destinations. Desert locations are renowned for their striking landscapes, adventure activities such as sandboarding and camel riding, and tranquil, starry nights.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere can be visited year-round, but for a more enjoyable visit, it's best to avoid them during the hot summer months, where temperatures often exceed 40°C (104°F). Consider scheduling your trip between September and May for a more pleasant experience.
🌺 💦 Humid Subtropical destinations
Departing from Lagos, you have the option to take a direct flight to 3 Humid Subtropical/Warm Temperate destinations. Known for their hot, humid summers, with temperatures around 30°C (86°F), and mild winters, these destinations feature lush greenery and year-round rainfall. You'll discover a blend of beautiful beaches, dense forests, and lively cities, offering abundant outdoor adventures, cultural sights, and city attractions to explore.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
These destinations can be enjoyed year-round, but the best times to visit are from April to June or from August to October
🌺 Subtropical destinations
Travelers from Lagos can fly directly to 2 subtropical locations. Subtropical locations are known for their warmth, breathtaking vegetation and diverse wildlife, offering a mix of outdoor adventures and cultural experiences.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
You can enjoy those destinations north of the equator at any time — with temperatures that often exceed 30°C (86°F). But they are most enjoyable during the dry season, which lasts from late September to November. During this period, the weather is warm and pleasant, with little rainfall since the wet season has ended.
🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:
Subtropical destinations located south of the equator can be visited year-round — with temperatures typically around 30°C (86°F), but the best time to experience them is during the dry season. This season typically runs from late March to the end of May, offering travelers warm and delightful weather.
Business class flights from Lagos
There are 33 airports that have flights from Lagos in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights from LOS are listed below:
First class flights from Lagos
If you are looking for a luxurious flight, there's a total of 8 destinations to choose from that have First Class flights from LOS.
Intercontinental flights from Lagos
There are intercontinental flights operating from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) between Lagos and Europe, the United States, the Caribbean and the Middle-East.
* Please note that there are no direct services between Lagos and Canada, Southern America, Central America, Southern Asia, China, Japan, Eastern Asia, South-Eastern Asia, Central Asia or Oceania.
Non-stop flights from Lagos to Europe
Air Peace: seasonal flights to London Gatwick (LGW).
British Airways (Oneworld): year-round to London Heathrow (LHR).
Virgin Atlantic (SkyTeam): year-round to London Heathrow (LHR).
Air France (SkyTeam): year-round to Paris (CDG).
KLM (SkyTeam): year-round to Amsterdam (AMS).
Euroairlines: year-round to Madrid (MAD).
Lufthansa (Star Alliance): year-round to Frankfurt (FRA).
Non-stop flights from Lagos to the US
Delta (SkyTeam): year-round to Atlanta (ATL) and seasonal flights to New York City (JFK).
United Airlines (Star Alliance): year-round to Washington (IAD).
Non-stop flights from Lagos to the Caribbean
Air Peace is currently the only airline flying non-stop from Lagos to the Caribbean. They fly seasonal to St. John's, Antigua (ANU).
Non-stop flights from Lagos to the Middle-East / Western Asia
Emirates: year-round to Dubai (DXB).
Middle East (SkyTeam): year-round to Beirut (BEY).
Qatar Airways (Oneworld): year-round to Doha (DOH).
Turkish Airlines (Star Alliance): year-round to Istanbul (IST).
International flights from Lagos
Flights from Lagos to Angola
Luanda is the only destination in Angola with direct flights from Lagos. Direct flights to Luanda are offered by TAAG Angola.
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Flights from Lagos to Antigua & Barbuda
In Antigua & Barbuda, the only destination that has a direct flight from Lagos is St. John's, Antigua. Direct flights to St. John's, Antigua are offered by Air Peace. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in May 2026.
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Flights from Lagos to Benin
There is 1 destination in Benin that has a direct connection from Lagos, which is Cotonou. You can fly non-stop to Cotonou with Afrijet or ValueJet. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
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Flights from Lagos to Côte d’Ivoire
In Côte d’Ivoire, the only destination that has a direct flight from Lagos is Abidjan. Non-stop flights to Abidjan are offered by Air Cote D'Ivoire, Air Peace and Middle East (SkyTeam).
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Flights from Lagos to Egypt
Cairo is the only destination in Egypt with direct flights from Lagos. Direct flights to Cairo are offered by Egyptair (Star Alliance).
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Flights from Lagos to Equatorial Guinea
There is 1 destination in Equatorial Guinea that has a direct connection from Lagos, which is Malabo. Direct flights to Malabo are offered by Lufthansa (Star Alliance).
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Flights from Lagos to Ethiopia
Addis Ababa is the only destination in Ethiopia with direct flights from Lagos. Direct flights to Addis Ababa are offered by Ethiopian Airlines (Star Alliance).
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Flights from Lagos to France
In France, the only destination that has a direct flight from Lagos is Paris. Direct flights to Paris are offered by Air France (SkyTeam).
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Flights from Lagos to Gabon
There is 1 destination in Gabon that has a direct connection from Lagos, which is Libreville. You can fly non-stop to Libreville with Afrijet or Air Cote D'Ivoire. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
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Flights from Lagos to Gambia
In Gambia, the only destination that has a direct flight from Lagos is Banjul. Direct flights to Banjul are offered by ValueJet. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in April 2026.
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Flights from Lagos to Germany
Frankfurt is the only destination in Germany with direct flights from Lagos. Direct flights to Frankfurt are offered by Lufthansa (Star Alliance).
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Flights from Lagos to Ghana
There is 1 destination in Ghana that has a direct connection from Lagos, which is Accra. Airlines that operate direct flights to Accra are Africa World Airlines, Air Cote D'Ivoire, Air Peace, Air Tanzania, Ibom Air and United Nigeria Airlines.
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Flights from Lagos to Kenya
Nairobi is the only destination in Kenya with direct flights from Lagos. Direct flights to Nairobi are offered by Kenya Airways (SkyTeam).
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Flights from Lagos to Lebanon
In Lebanon, the only destination that has a direct flight from Lagos is Beirut. Direct flights to Beirut are offered by Middle East (SkyTeam).
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Flights from Lagos to Morocco
There is 1 destination in Morocco that has a direct connection from Lagos, which is Casablanca. Direct flights to Casablanca are offered by Royal Air Maroc (Oneworld).
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Flights from Lagos to Netherlands
In Netherlands, the only destination that has a direct flight from Lagos is Amsterdam. Direct flights to Amsterdam are offered by KLM (SkyTeam).
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Flights from Lagos to Qatar
Doha is the only destination in Qatar with direct flights from Lagos. Direct flights to Doha are offered by Qatar Airways (Oneworld).
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Flights from Lagos to Rwanda
There is 1 destination in Rwanda that has a direct connection from Lagos, which is Kigali. Direct flights to Kigali are offered by RwandAir.
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Flights from Lagos to South Africa
Johannesburg is the only destination in South Africa with direct flights from Lagos. Direct flights to Johannesburg are offered by South African Airways (Star Alliance).
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Flights from Lagos to Spain
In Spain, the only destination that has a direct flight from Lagos is Madrid. Direct flights to Madrid are offered by Euroairlines.
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Flights from Lagos to Tanzania
There is 1 destination in Tanzania that has a direct connection from Lagos, which is Dar es Salaam. Direct flights to Dar es Salaam are offered by Air Tanzania. This is a seasonal route that started in January and ends in February.
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Flights from Lagos to Togo
In Togo, the only destination that has a direct flight from Lagos is Lomé. Direct flights to Lomé are offered by ASKY Airlines.
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Flights from Lagos to Turkey
Istanbul is the only destination in Turkey with direct flights from Lagos. Direct flights to Istanbul are offered by Turkish Airlines (Star Alliance).
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Flights from Lagos to Uganda
There is 1 destination in Uganda that has a direct connection from Lagos, which is Entebbe. Direct flights to Entebbe are offered by Uganda Airlines.
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Flights from Lagos to United Arab Emirates
Dubai is the only destination in United Arab Emirates with direct flights from Lagos. Direct flights to Dubai are offered by Emirates.
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Flights from Lagos to United Kingdom
There are 2 destinations in United Kingdom that have non-stop flights from Lagos.
Direct flights to London Gatwick are offered by Air Peace. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop to London Heathrow with British Airways (Oneworld) or Virgin Atlantic (SkyTeam).
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Flights from Lagos to United States
If you are looking for a direct flight from Lagos to United States, there are 3 destinations to choose from.
To Atlanta and New York City, you can fly with Delta (SkyTeam).
You can fly non-stop from Lagos to Washington with United Airlines (Star Alliance).
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Domestic flights from Lagos
Flights from Lagos to Nigeria
There are lots of domestic flights from Lagos (LOS). 17 airports in Nigeria have direct flights from the airport.
Airlines that operate direct flights to Abuja are Aero Contractors, Air Peace, Arik Air, Green Africa Airways, Ibom Air, NG Eagle, Real Tonga, UmzaXpress, United Nigeria Airlines and ValueJet. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
The only airline with direct flights to Ado Ekiti is United Nigeria Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in June.
You can fly non-stop from Lagos to Akure with Green Africa Airways. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in April 2026.
From Lagos to Asaba there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are Aero Contractors, Air Peace, Arik Air and United Nigeria Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
From Lagos to Benin there are 5 airlines that have direct services, which are Aero Contractors, Air Peace, Arik Air, Green Africa Airways and United Nigeria Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
Non-stop flights to Calabar are offered by Aero Contractors, Ibom Air and ValueJet. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in June.
Non-stop flights to Enugu are offered by Air Peace, Ibom Air and United Nigeria Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in July.
You can fly non-stop to Ilorin with Overland Airways or United Nigeria Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in June.
You can fly non-stop to Jos with Arik Air or ValueJet. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
The only airline with direct flights to Kaduna is Real Tonga. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in April 2026.
From Lagos to Kano there are 5 airlines that have direct services, which are Aero Contractors, Air Peace, NG Eagle, Real Tonga and United Nigeria Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in July.
You can fly non-stop from Lagos to Minna with Overland Airways. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in May.
From Lagos to Owerri there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are Air Peace, Green Africa Airways, United Nigeria Airlines and ValueJet. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in July.
Airlines that operate direct flights to Port Harcourt are Aero Contractors, Air Peace, Arik Air, Ibom Air, United Nigeria Airlines and ValueJet. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop from Lagos to Sokoto with United Nigeria Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in June.
The only airline with direct flights to Uyo is Ibom Air. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in April 2026.
From Lagos to Warri there are 5 airlines that have direct services, which are Air Peace, Arik Air, Overland Airways, Real Tonga and United Nigeria Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
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Alternative airports near Lagos
There are two alternative airports to Lagos (LOS) within a range of 125 miles (200 km), which are Cotonou (COO) and Ibadan (IBA).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Lagos?
There is 1 airport in Lagos: Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS).
What is the best airport to fly from Lagos?
The most convenient airport to fly from Lagos is Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS).
How many airlines fly from Lagos?
There are 36 airlines flying from Lagos to 47 airports around the world, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly from Lagos?
United Nigeria Airlines, Air Peace and ValueJet operate most flights from Lagos. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying from Lagos?
SkyTeam, Star Alliance and Oneworld are all flying from Lagos.
How many nonstop flights are there from Lagos?
There are roughly 3,403 flights departing from Lagos every month (or 791 flights each week), to a total of 47 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Lagos Airport?
The official name of Lagos Airport is Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
What is the airport code of Lagos Airport?
The airport code of Lagos Airport is LOS.
What are the most popular flights from Lagos?
Abuja, Port Harcourt and Accra are the 3 most popular routes from Lagos. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Lagos, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight from Lagos?
| Lagos to Abuja | 1h 15m |
| Lagos to Port Harcourt | 1h 10m |
| Lagos to Accra | 1h |
| Lagos to Owerri | 1h 10m |
| Lagos to Asaba | 1h |
