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Flights from Lagos to London

Nonstop flights from Lagos (LOS) to London (LHR) take about 6h 45m (5,004 km). Virgin Atlantic and British Airways fly it. Lowest fare seen: $504 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in London

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

British Airways Airbus A320 landing at Heathrow, London on a clear day. — arriving in London

Airport transfer

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

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Airlines flying Lagos to London

Carriers on LOS–LHR according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Virgin Atlanticnonstop fare seen✈ British Airwaysnonstop fare seen

Lagos to London fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $504 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $369. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$58523 Oct 2026 · Virgin Atlantic	$371 · 1 stop28 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$50425 Nov 2026 · Air Peace	$369 · 1 stop3 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$50910 Dec 2026 · Virgin Atlantic	$371 · 1 stop10 Dec 2026

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $369 for November 2026, $371 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 (Lagos to London, 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.

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UK 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 — Lagos to London flights

How long is the flight from Lagos to London?

A nonstop flight from Lagos (LOS) to London (LHR) takes about 6h 45m, covering 5,004 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 Lagos from London by air?

The great-circle distance between Murtala Muhammed International Airport and London Heathrow Airport is 5,004 km (3,109 miles), a long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Lagos to London?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LOS–LHR route include Virgin Atlantic and British Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Lagos to London cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LOS–LHR was $504 USD with Virgin Atlantic (nonstop), departing 20 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 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 Lagos to London?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $369 one-way, against $371 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 Lagos to London?

In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $368 with one stop against $504 nonstop, a saving of $136. Nonstop saves the connection time.

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

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter UK 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 London?

UK 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 12 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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