Flying from Douala Airport (DLA) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Douala Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Lagos's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Douala.
Take your pick of six weekly Douala Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flights. The 17:10 departure with Air Peace is the earliest available. Air Peace operates the last service of the day at 21:35.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your DLA to LOS flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Air Peace is your ticket to exploring Lagos (and maybe even some other great parts of Nigeria!). Browse the direct flights from Douala Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Air Peace.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Douala Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DLA and LOS:
Malabo Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Douala Airport (DLA) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Right now, R 8,804 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Douala Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 14,799. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from DLA to LOS by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Douala Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Douala Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
Handy information about Douala Airport (DLA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Douala Airport, data shows 53.91% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Douala Airport from central Douala, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to DLA? If you've booked an early flight from Douala Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Douala Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LOS instead:
Pick up a Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car and explore Lagos and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car and Avis are popular providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Murtala Muhammed International Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Murtala Muhammed International Airport to the centre of Lagos has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Douala Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Lagos. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Douala Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport for January if you'd like to explore Lagos during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
August has average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DLA to LOS sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nigeria
Ibadan is just one of the many cities in Nigeria waiting to be explored once you've seen Lagos. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Agodi Gardens, Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower.
Around 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos, Port Harcourt is another favourite stop in Nigeria. No visit is complete without checking out Port Harcourt Zoo, Bori Camp Central Mosque and Garden City Amusement Park.
