Travelling from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Lagos Airport (LOS): what you need to know
Lagos's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Lagos one hour behind Helsinki.
Leave enough time to make your HEL to LOS flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Lagos Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between HEL and LOS:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Lagos Airport (LOS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Lagos Airport flight is 345 €. A return fare right now is 609 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from HEL to LOS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Lagos Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HEL to LOS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Lagos Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Helsinki Vantaa Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that take off from HEL reach their destination without delay.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near HEL. Whether you have an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Lagos Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Lagos Airport (LOS)
Reserve a hotel close to LOS if you're catching a late Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Lagos Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Lagos Airport rental car and explore Lagos and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car and Avis are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Lagos Airport about four weeks in advance.
When to fly to Lagos Airport (LOS)
October is the most popular month for flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Lagos Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Lagos in March.
When reserving your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Lagos 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 HEL to LOS sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nigeria
Lagos is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Nigeria you should also see. Around 113 kilometres north-east of Lagos, a visit to Ibadan will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Oyo State Cultural Centre, Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity.
Port Harcourt is another essential stop in Nigeria and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos. No trip is complete without visiting St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral, Diobu, Port Harcourt, Sand City Beach and Delight Zone Amusement Park.