Travelling from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Lagos Airport (LOS): what you need to know
Rome and Lagos are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
To ensure you get on your FCO to LOS flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Lagos Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between FCO and LOS:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Lagos Airport (LOS)
Right now, R 6,074 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Rome Fiumicino Airport to Lagos Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 9,200. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from FCO to LOS, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Lagos Airport.
Finding cheap flights from FCO to LOS is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Lagos Airport.
Handy information about Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
78% of flights that take off from Rome Fiumicino Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Rome Fiumicino Airport from central Rome, it takes about 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near FCO? If you're catching an early flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Lagos Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Lagos Airport (LOS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Rome Fiumicino Airport to Lagos Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LOS instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Lagos Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis and experience more of Lagos and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Lagos Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Lagos Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Lagos Airport to the centre of Lagos has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Lagos Airport (LOS)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Lagos Airport. October is the busiest month to head to Lagos. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Lagos is January, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Lagos Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from FCO to LOS in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nigeria
Ibadan is just one of the many cities in Nigeria waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Lagos. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Oyo State Cultural Centre, Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Nigeria, consider Port Harcourt, about 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos. St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral, Diobu, Port Harcourt, Sand City Beach and Delight Zone Amusement Park are highlights.
