Flying from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): what you need to know
New York is five hours behind Lagos and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your LOS to EWR flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LOS and EWR:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flight is R 13,127. A return plane ticket is currently R 18,686. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from LOS to EWR, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport.
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Handy information about Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Murtala Muhammed International Airport, 64.68% of flights complete their journey on time.
Murtala Muhammed International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Lagos. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near LOS? If you're boarding an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Book a hotel near EWR if you're on a late Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Budget and Thrifty are well-known companies to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Newark Liberty International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
From Newark Liberty International Airport, New York is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The quietest month for a flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to New York based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport for July if you want to visit New York during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LOS to EWR in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
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