Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Lagos Airport (LOS): what you need to know
The timezone in Lagos is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Your LAX to LOS flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Lagos Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LAX and LOS:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
London Heathrow Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Lagos Airport (LOS)
Currently, 540 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Lagos Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 832 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from LAX to LOS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Lagos Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from LAX to LOS.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Lagos Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from LAX land on time.
To get to Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Lagos Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near LAX:
Arriving at Lagos Airport (LOS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Lagos Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LOS instead:
Explore without limits with a Lagos Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis and experience more of Lagos and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Lagos Airport about four weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Lagos Airport (LOS)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Lagos Airport is March, while October is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Lagos based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Lagos Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Lagos, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to LOS in August. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Nigeria
You've done Lagos, now it's time to discover more of Nigeria. Journey around 113 kilometres north-east to Ibadan to check off its popular sights. From Oyo State Cultural Centre to Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Port Harcourt is another must-experience destination in Nigeria and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos. No trip is complete without experiencing St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral, Diobu, Port Harcourt, Sand City Beach and Delight Zone Amusement Park.