Travelling from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning a flight from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS). Check out your options for departing London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
6 hours 40 minutes is the average journey time for a direct London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight.
Murtala Muhammed International Airport is located in Lagos. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour ahead of London.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) is the most popular route. There are 14 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Virgin Atlantic at 10:30pm. Opt for the first LHR to LOS departure operated by British Airways at 10:10am if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to LOS, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can find a direct flight from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
British Airways is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport taking off from LHR.
British Airways is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from LHR to LOS.
Virgin Atlantic is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to LOS. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central London to LHR takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can book a direct London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) plane ticket with departures from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Check if flying out of LGW makes more sense for your journey.
Board your direct flight from London to LOS with Air Peace. This is one of the main airlines operating this route out of LGW.
Air Peace is the top choice for travellers flying from LGW to LOS.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Check out these connections between London Gatwick Airport and LOS:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to LOS flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
When looking for a plane ticket from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) out of Stansted Airport (STN), you have stopover options to choose from. Make a pit stop at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), one of the busiest transit hubs on this route.
From the centre of London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Stansted Airport and get to your departure gate with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance record of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Reserve a hotel close to LOS if you have a late flight from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car and discover Lagos and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car and Avis are popular providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight.
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Murtala Muhammed International Airport to the centre of Lagos is roughly 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Right now, 314 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 520 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from London to LOS, book your plane ticket 11 months before your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Lagos. June is when most people book flights from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a London to LOS plane ticket departing in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Lagos to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
August has temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Lagos
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Lagos right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport:
Your Lagos trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include Old Lagos Prison (Freedom Park), Freedom Park Lagos and Boat Cruise Ng.
Explore more of Nigeria
Lagos has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Nigeria just waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres north-east of Lagos, a visit to Ibadan will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Oyo State Cultural Centre, Alaro Central Mosque and Agodi Gardens.
If you're eager to discover another side of Nigeria, consider Benin City, about 257 kilometres east of Lagos. Benin National Museum, Okomu National Park and botanical garden are key reasons to visit.
