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Flight deals from Dubai to Lagos

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dubai Airport to Lagos Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 10,656. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Lagos.R 4,565 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Dubai on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,565, select.
Lagos.R 4,595 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Dubai on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,595, select.
Lagos.R 4,617 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Dubai on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,617, select.
Lagos.R 4,837 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Feb.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Dubai on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,837, select.
Lagos.R 5,184 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Dubai on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,184, select.
Lagos.R 5,419 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Dubai on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,419, select.
Lagos.R 5,458 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Jul.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Dubai on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,458, select.
Lagos.R 5,685 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Dubai on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,685, select.
Lagos.R 6,004 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 May.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Dubai on Sun, 9 May, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,004, select.
Lagos.R 6,050 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Jan.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,050, select.
Lagos.R 8,276 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Dubai on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,276, select.
Lagos.R 8,426 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Jan.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Dubai on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,426, select.
Lagos.R 8,426 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Feb.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Dubai on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,426, select.
Lagos.R 8,426 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Dubai on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,426, select.
Lagos.R 8,426 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Dubai on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,426, select.
Lagos.R 8,426 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Dubai on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,426, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Lagos

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dubai to Lagos flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from R 5,685
Jul
from R 5,458
Aug
from R 5,184
Sep
from R 4,565
Oct
from R 4,617
Nov
from R 4,595
Dec
from R 5,419
Jan
from R 6,050
Feb
from R 4,837
Mar
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Apr
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May
from R 6,004

Direct flights from Dubai to Lagos

Dubai to Lagos: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Dubai to Lagos below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lagos.

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Dubai to Lagos: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,565
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time8 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to Lagos: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dubai to Lagos is R 10,560. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours and 33 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to Lagos.
Emirates flies direct from Dubai to Lagos.
As of June 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from Dubai to Lagos.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Lagos is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dubai Airport to Lagos Airport on Friday, 16 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 33 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lagos but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lagos is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Royal Air Maroc and Emirates offer the cheapest flight tickets to Lagos.

Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Lagos Airport (LOS): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Lagos Airport is 8 hours 30 minutes.

  • The timezone in Lagos is UTC+1, which is three hours behind Dubai.

  • Flights from DXB to LOS start from 10:15 — the first with Emirates. The latest departure is at 10:30 with Emirates. In total, there are seven weekly Dubai Airport to Lagos Airport flights.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your DXB to LOS flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as December? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Emirates is your gateway to exploring Lagos (and maybe even some other great parts of Nigeria!). Check out the direct flights from Dubai Airport to Lagos Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Emirates on this route.

  • Emirates is the most punctual carrier operating DXB to LOS flights.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Lagos Airport. These are the top stopovers between DXB and LOS:

    • Cairo Airport

    • Addis Ababa Airport

    • Beirut Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Lagos Airport (LOS)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Lagos Airport flight is R 4,565. A return ticket is currently R 10,560. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DXB to LOS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Lagos Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DXB to LOS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai Airport to Lagos Airport.

Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • 71% of flights that depart Dubai Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • Central Dubai to Dubai Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.

  • The journey when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Dubai Airport to Lagos Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to DXB:

Arriving at Lagos Airport (LOS)

  • If you're arriving on a late Dubai Airport to Lagos Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near LOS:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Lagos Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lagos and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Lagos Airport around four weeks before your trip.

When to fly to Lagos Airport (LOS)

  • October is the most popular month for flights from Dubai Airport to Lagos Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Lagos in March.

  • Lock in your flight from Dubai Airport to Lagos Airport for January if you'd like to go to Lagos during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from DXB to LOS in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.

Explore more of Nigeria

  • Lagos is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Nigeria waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres north-east of Lagos, a trip to Ibadan will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Oyo State Cultural Centre, Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity.

  • Port Harcourt is another favourite destination in Nigeria and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos. No journey is complete without seeing St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral, Diobu, Port Harcourt, Sand City Beach and Delight Zone Amusement Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from Dubai to Lagos

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