Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): what you need to know
A direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport takes on average 6 hours 36 minutes. The timezone in Lagos is UTC+1, so it's 1 hour ahead of London.
Each week, there are 19 flights from London Heathrow Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. To jet off as early as possible, select the 09:00 Virgin Atlantic flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from LHR to LOS is 23:10 with British Airways.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Travelling to Lagos (and discovering more of Nigeria!) is straightforward with Virgin Atlantic. This popular carrier runs direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
If you want to break up your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the LHR - LOS route include:
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Nigeria. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before reserving your cheap ticket from LHR to LOS, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
Arriving at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Reserve a hotel close to LOS if you're taking a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 57 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 1 minute.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near LHR. Whether you have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
More about Lagos
As soon as you've booked your flights from LHR to LOS, you'll need to find a hotel in Lagos. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
National Museum Lagos Lagos Island Lagos and Freedom Park Lagos are just two of the top attractions to add to your Lagos itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Park.
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Murtala Muhammed International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Lagos. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 29 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
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How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is R 6,256. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,338. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book 8 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LHR to LOS.
The cheapest month for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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When to fly to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
June is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Lagos in February.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport for January if you want to go to Lagos during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from LHR to LOS in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC and 27ºC on average.