Cairo, EgyptLagos, Nigeria

Flights from Cairo to Lagos

Nonstop flights from Cairo (CAI) to Lagos (LOS) take about 5h 25m (3,930 km). Egyptair flies it. Lowest fare seen: $340 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Photo of Lagos: Jeremy Weate from Abuja, Nigeria, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

When you land in Lagos

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Scenic view of Lagos skyline featuring modern buildings and a motorboat in the lagoon under a bright sky. — arriving in Lagos

Airport transfer

LOS → Lagos, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Cairo Airport · 8 lounges

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Trains, buses and taxi faresLOS to Lagos: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Lagos →3 drop-off points, from €1.60

Things to book in Lagos

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Airlines flying Cairo to Lagos

Carriers on CAI–LOS according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Egyptairnonstop fare seen

Cairo to Lagos fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $340 one-way. With stops: Apr 2027, from $318. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$47131 Oct 2026 · Egyptair	$384 · 1 stop31 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$3402 Nov 2026 · Egyptair	—
Dec 2026	$4413 Dec 2026 · Egyptair	$364 · 1 stop3 Dec 2026
Apr 2027	$4175 Apr 2027 · Egyptair	$318 · 1 stop5 Apr 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $340 for November 2026, $318 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 3 of 3 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Cairo to Lagos, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Lagos

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

Nigeria is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Cairo to Lagos flights

How long is the flight from Cairo to Lagos?

A nonstop flight from Cairo (CAI) to Lagos (LOS) takes about 5h 25m, covering 3,930 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Cairo from Lagos by air?

The great-circle distance between Cairo International Airport and Murtala Muhammed International Airport is 3,930 km (2,442 miles), a long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Cairo to Lagos?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the CAI–LOS route include Egyptair. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Cairo to Lagos cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on CAI–LOS was $340 USD with Egyptair (nonstop), departing 2 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Lagos?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in April 2027 were cheapest, from $318 one-way, against $384 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Cairo to Lagos?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $318 with one stop against $340 nonstop, a saving of $22. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Egypt to Nigeria?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Nigeria visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Lagos?

Nigeria is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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