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Flights from London to Lagos

Nonstop flights from London (LHR) to Lagos (LOS) take about 6h 45m (5,004 km). British Airways flies it. Lowest fare seen: $885 one-way, nonstop (12 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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British Airways Airbus A320 landing at Heathrow, London on a clear day. — lounges at Heathrow Airport

Heathrow Airport · 10 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

All 5 things to do in Lagos →

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Lagos Zoo 4.5 · 1,190 Tiqets reviews

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Ponta da Piedade 4.8 · 60 Tiqets reviews

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Lagos Day Cruises 4.6 · 34 Tiqets reviews

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Lagos Sailing 3.0 · 2 Tiqets reviews

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Airlines flying London to Lagos

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

✈ British Airwaysnonstop fare seen

London to Lagos fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Feb 2027, from $494 one-way. With stops: Feb 2027, from $372. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$114024 Oct 2026 · Air Peace	$434 · 2 stops24 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$80118 Nov 2026 · Air Peace	$377 · 2 stops18 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$144224 Dec 2026 · Air Peace	$450 · 2 stops24 Dec 2026
Feb 2027	$4943 Feb 2027 · Air Peace	$372 · 2 stops3 Feb 2027
Jul 2027	$94230 Jul 2027 · Virgin Atlantic	$530 · 1 stop30 Jul 2027
Aug 2027	$85716 Aug 2027 · Virgin Atlantic	$531 · 1 stop16 Aug 2027
Sept 2027	$7482 Sept 2027 · Air Peace	$412 · 2 stops2 Sept 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $377 for November 2026, $372 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 7 of 7 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (London 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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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 — London to Lagos flights

How long is the flight from London to Lagos?

A nonstop flight from London (LHR) to Lagos (LOS) 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 London from Lagos by air?

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

Which airlines fly from London to Lagos?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LHR–LOS route include 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 London to Lagos cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LHR–LOS was $885 USD with British Airways (nonstop), departing 11 Nov 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 London to Lagos?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in February 2027 were cheapest, from $372 one-way, against $531 for August 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

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

In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $435 with 3 stops against $885 nonstop, a saving of $450. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from UK 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 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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