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Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Lagos

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Lagos flights are currently cheapest in March.

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Lagos

London Heathrow to Lagos: Alternative routes

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

London to Lagos: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,256
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time6 hrs, 37 mins
Most popular airlineFinnair
Average flights per week25

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Lagos: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Lagos is R 10,338. 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.
6 hours and 37 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Lagos.
Finnair, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic fly direct from London Heathrow to Lagos.
As of November 2024, there are 25 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Lagos.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Lagos is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Lagos Airport on Monday, 24 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 37 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, Lufthansa and Virgin Atlantic offer the cheapest flight tickets to Lagos.

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.

Complete your Lagos trip with hotels and a car rental

  • After you've secured your cheap ticket to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Lagos holiday.

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.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from LHR to LOS. You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have fallen. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport.

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.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.