Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): what you need to know
The timezone in Lagos is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Detroit.
Your DTW to LOS flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between DTW and LOS:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight is 454 €. A return fare right now is 946 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from DTW to LOS, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DTW to LOS.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Of all flights departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 75.1% arrive on time at their destination.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near DTW. Whether you're catching an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Book a hotel near LOS if you have a late Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis to explore Lagos and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Murtala Muhammed International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Murtala Muhammed International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Lagos. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Lagos. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Lagos, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
August has average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DTW to LOS around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nigeria
Lagos has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Nigeria you'll want to see. About 113 kilometres north-east of Lagos, a visit to Ibadan will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Agodi Gardens, Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower.
Around 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos, Port Harcourt is another favourite stop in Nigeria. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Port Harcourt Zoo, Bori Camp Central Mosque and Garden City Amusement Park.
