Travelling from Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Rome: what you need to know
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Lagos (the location of Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport).
Give yourself enough time to catch your LOS to Rome flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from LOS to Rome, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
LOS is about 10 kilometres from central Lagos. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to LOS? If you've booked an early flight from Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Rome, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
66% of flights taking off from Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Rome
398 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Rome flight. A return plane ticket starts from 733 €. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from LOS to Rome, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Rome throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from LOS to Rome.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Rome.
Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to the centre of Rome takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Book a hotel near FCO if you have a late flight from Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Rome. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Booking your vehicle from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from LOS to Rome can help you secure the lowest rate.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Central Rome is located around 14 kilometres from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA). Once your flight from Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Rome has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 20 minutes or so.
After stepping off your LOS to Rome flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CIA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from CIA one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
August is the most popular month for flights from Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Rome. To escape the crowds, head to Rome in December.
Before locking in your Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Rome plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LOS to Rome in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
More about Rome
Once you've booked your flight from Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Rome, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rome:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums and Saint Peter's Square are attractions you won't want to skip in Rome.
Explore more of Italy
Rome has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Italy waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres northwest of Rome, a visit to Milan will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
Naples is another essential stop in Italy and is around 193 kilometres southeast of Rome. No journey is complete without visiting Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.