Flying from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): what you need to know
Choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS). Check out your options for jetting out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also operate in London.
Approximately 6 hours 36 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
Lagos is 1 hour ahead of London. Murtala Muhammed International Airport is located in Lagos, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
With 19 direct flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) is the busiest route. Air Peace operates the earliest flight at 09:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from LHR to LOS is with Virgin Atlantic at 22:30.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from London to LOS. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) depart from this terminal.
Virgin Atlantic is a popular airline that offers direct flights from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport jetting out of LHR.
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from London to LOS with a stopover. To see all the options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between LHR and LOS include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
From central London, LHR is approximately 31 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Need a handy hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) operates direct flights from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS).
You can pick from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from London to LOS departing from LGW. Set off with any of these carriers and head straight to your destination:
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these options between London Gatwick Airport and LOS:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
You can arrive at LGW from central London in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to LOS:
About Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LOS instead:
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
From Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 29 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour and 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Book a one-way ticket from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport from $559 or travel return from just $999. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
Book 7 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find flight tickets from London to LOS.
To snag the lowest price on your tickets from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, book your trip for April (it has the cheapest flights). Got flexible travel dates? Use the 'Whole month' search function to find the most affordable day to fly.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
February is the quietest time to fly to Lagos. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in June. This is the most popular month for flights from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
The warmest month in Lagos is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from London to LOS in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Lagos
After locking in your flight from London to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lagos:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. National Museum Lagos Lagos Island Lagos, Freedom Park Lagos and Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Park are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Lagos itinerary.
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