Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Lagos Airport (LOS): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lagos Airport.
The timezone in Lagos is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
Take your pick of 14 weekly London Heathrow Airport to Lagos Airport flights. The 10:10 departure with British Airways is the earliest flight you can take. Virgin Atlantic operates the last service of the day at 22:30.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your LHR to LOS flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
British Airways is your ticket to exploring Lagos (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Nigeria!). Check out the direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Lagos Airport offered by this airline.
Most travellers choose to travel with British Airways on this route.
Virgin Atlantic tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for LHR to LOS flights, with 81.67% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Lagos Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LHR and LOS:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Lagos Airport (LOS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Lagos Airport flight is R 6,286. A return ticket right now is R 12,509. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from LHR to LOS, reserve your journey 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Lagos Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LHR to LOS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Lagos Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Heathrow Airport is about 24 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to LHR? If you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lagos Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
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 London Heathrow Airport to Lagos Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LOS instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Lagos Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis and explore beyond Lagos's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Lagos Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Lagos Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Lagos Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Lagos. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Lagos Airport (LOS)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lagos Airport is March, while October is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Lagos based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lagos Airport for January if you want to go to Lagos during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LHR to LOS in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nigeria
You've done Lagos, now it's time to discover more of Nigeria. Journey around 113 kilometres north-east to Ibadan to tick off its leading sights. From Oyo State Cultural Centre to Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Nigeria, head for 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 key reasons to visit.