Travelling from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): what you need to know
The timezone in Lagos is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Southampton.
Your SOU to LOS flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to check out another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Southampton Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a well-known stop between SOU and LOS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
At the moment, R 11,193 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Southampton Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 12,064. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from SOU to LOS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Southampton Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SOU to LOS.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Southampton Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
55.7% of flights leaving from Southampton Airport make it to their destination on time.
Southampton Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Southampton. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near SOU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Southampton Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
If you have a late Southampton Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near LOS:
Travel at your own pace with a Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis and chase adventure across Lagos and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Murtala Muhammed International Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Murtala Muhammed International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Lagos. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Southampton Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Lagos. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Southampton Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport for January if you want to explore Lagos during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SOU to LOS in August. Average temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Nigeria
Lagos has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Nigeria waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres north-east of Lagos, a visit to Ibadan will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Agodi Gardens, Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Nigeria, consider Port Harcourt, about 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos. Port Harcourt Zoo, Bori Camp Central Mosque and Garden City Amusement Park are among its highlights.
