Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Lagos Airport (LOS): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lagos Airport.
Frankfurt and Lagos are both in the UTC+1 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
You can choose from five weekly Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lagos Airport flights. The 11:15 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest you can take. Lufthansa operates the latest service of the day at 11:30.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your FRA to LOS flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Getting to Lagos (and then exploring more of Nigeria!) is a cinch with Lufthansa. This popular airline offers direct flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lagos Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Lufthansa on this route.
Among carriers operating FRA to LOS flights, Lufthansa leads the way for on-time arrivals.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lagos Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between FRA and LOS:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Lagos Airport (LOS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lagos Airport flight is R 7,510. A return ticket right now is R 11,357. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from FRA to LOS, book your trip 11 months before your planned departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lagos Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
74% of flights taking off from Frankfurt am Main Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Frankfurt am Main Airport from central Frankfurt, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lagos Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near FRA:
Arriving at Lagos Airport (LOS)
Consider booking a hotel near LOS if you're catching a late Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lagos Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Lagos Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis and explore beyond Lagos's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Lagos Airport about four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Lagos Airport (LOS)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lagos Airport. October is the most popular month to visit Lagos. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lagos Airport for January if you'd like to explore Lagos during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from FRA to LOS in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nigeria
Lagos has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Nigeria just waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres north-east of Lagos, a trip to Ibadan will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Oyo State Cultural Centre, Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity.
Port Harcourt is another must-experience destination in Nigeria and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos. No trip is complete without experiencing St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral, Diobu, Port Harcourt, Sand City Beach and Delight Zone Amusement Park.