Travelling from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Houston: what you need to know
The timezone in Houston is UTC-5. The city is six hours behind Lagos, where Murtala Muhammed International Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your LOS to Houston flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from LOS to Houston with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Lagos, LOS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Houston? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near LOS:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Murtala Muhammed International Airport, data shows 64.68% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Houston
The best price we've found for a one-way Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Houston flight is 589 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 960 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from LOS to Houston. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Houston ticket.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LOS to Houston by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Houston.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Houston. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt to explore Houston and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from LOS to Houston.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
After your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Houston has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near HOU. Kick back and get cosy after your LOS to Houston flight at one of these well-located options:
Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty make collecting a William P. Hobby Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from HOU four weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
You can find William P. Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Plan your trip to Houston during high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Houston in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Houston plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from LOS to Houston around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Houston, check out our range of accommodation options including:
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and The Houston Museum of Natural Science are just two of the big attractions to put on your Houston itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Hermann Park.
Explore more of United States
San Antonio is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Houston. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Dallas is another well-known destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No journey is complete without visiting Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.