Travelling from Vancouver to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): What you need to know
When searching for your flight from Vancouver to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS), there's a good range of airports to start your journey from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are Vancouver's main terminals.
The timezone in Lagos is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of Vancouver. Murtala Muhammed International Airport is located in Lagos.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Vancouver to LOS.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver to Murtala Muhammed International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Vancouver International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, data shows 71.77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
You can arrive at CXH from central Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Vancouver to LOS flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The journey time to YXX from the centre of Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near Abbotsford Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Vancouver to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive without delays. At YXX, that rate is 67.97%.
About Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Book a hotel near LOS if you have a late flight from Vancouver to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Select one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis to explore Lagos and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight.
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
The centre of Lagos is around 10 kilometres from Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is 529 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 1.016 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Vancouver to LOS if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Lagos. June is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
When booking your Vancouver to LOS plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in Lagos, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Murtala Muhammed International Airport in August when temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Lagos
Start your Lagos trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Old Lagos Prison (Freedom Park), Freedom Park Lagos and Boat Cruise Ng are major attractions which should feature on any good Lagos itinerary.
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. About 113 kilometres north-east of Lagos, a trip to Ibadan will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Oyo State Cultural Centre, Alaro Central Mosque and Agodi Gardens.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Nigeria, head for Benin City, roughly 257 kilometres east of Lagos. Benin National Museum, Okomu National Park and botanical garden are highlights.