Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Lagos — Transport Guide 2026
Lagos (LOS) is 22 km north of Lagos Island (Victoria Island/Ikoyi business districts). Traffic in Lagos is notorious — an evening 22 km ride can take 3 hours. Bolt/Uber standard. Do NOT accept unofficial taxi offers.
LOS22 km to cityNGNAfrica
Last updated: 2026-07
Cheapest
Bolt (~$5-8)
Fastest
Bolt/Uber — but Lagos traffic is unpredictable
Every transport option compared
Bolt / Uber / inDrive
ride share · Best for: App-based + fixed price
Cost
NGN 7,000-20,000 (~$5-15)
Time
45 min - 3h traffic-dependent
Frequency
On-demand
Official airport taxi
taxi · Best for: Fixed price at kiosk
Cost
NGN 15,000-35,000 (~$10-25)
Time
45 min - 3h
Frequency
On-demand
Book at official kiosk in arrivals — NEVER outside touts.
Airport BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) to Ikorodu
shuttle · Best for: Cheapest + specific route only
Cost
NGN 500-1,000 (~$0.35-0.70)
Time
90 min+
Frequency
Every 20-30 min
Scam warning
Lagos airport has active tout networks. NEVER accept ride from anyone approaching you inside terminal — only book via app or official kiosk.
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
No queues, no scam risk. Driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price locked before you fly.
Getting out of Lagos (LOS)
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
Our pickDriver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.
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Frequently asked
How far is Murtala Muhammed International Airport from Lagos?
Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) is 22 km from Lagos city centre.
What is the cheapest way from LOS to Lagos?
Bolt (~$5-8)
What is the fastest way from LOS to Lagos?
Bolt/Uber — but Lagos traffic is unpredictable