Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and Lagos?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R7 716 to R10 304. The lowest price recently found on this route was R8 046.

Question 1

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to Lagos on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, 5 flights take off from Johannesburg and land in Lagos each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 2

How far in advance should I book a flight to Lagos?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Lagos from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Lagos for around R8 648 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Lagos from Johannesburg for as low as R8 336 on momondo.

Question 3

Which airlines fly to Lagos?

Accepted Answer

RwandAir, South African and TAAG are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Lagos from Johannesburg according to our data. RwandAir is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Lagos. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Lagos on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 4

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Lagos flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 5

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Lagos?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that the cheapest Johannesburg to Lagos flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Lagos in the morning for as low as R9 646. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R11 483.

Question 6

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and Lagos?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from R7 716 to R10 304.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R8 046.

Question 7

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed?

Accepted Answer

Uganda Airlines and TAAG are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Question 8

What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 9

What is the cheapest Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lagos Murtala Muhammed for the best Johannesburg - Lagos Murtala Muhammed flight prices

Question 10

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Lagos flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, South African have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 4% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 11

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Tuesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 12

What is the cheapest month to fly to Lagos?

Accepted Answer

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R7 724. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of August, then book flights to Lagos from Johannesburg during November instead. Flights to Lagos in November, while not as cheap as those in August, still average around R7 853.

Question 13

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Lagos?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from Johannesburg to Lagos is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as R10 681. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from Johannesburg because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R14 117.

Question 14

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Lagos delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 9% of flights between Johannesburg and Lagos have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 153 minutes.

Question 15

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport are updated daily.

Question 16

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport is 12 as of January 2026.

Question 17

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport.

Question 18

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport?

Accepted Answer

The necessary travel and health documents for your Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Fastest flight time	20h 30m
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Air Côte d’Ivoire	PriceFrom R5 284	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0 0 reviews	Search Air Côte d’Ivoire flights
Uganda Airlines	PriceFrom R6 315	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0	Search Uganda Airlines flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom R6 607	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 40 reviews	Search RwandAir flights
TAAG	PriceFrom R6 788	Free Cancellation	Rating 5,5 27 reviews	Search TAAG flights
Air Tanzania	PriceFrom R7 167	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 18 reviews	Search Air Tanzania flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R7 442	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 948 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R8 094	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 292 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom R8 607	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 52 reviews	Search South African flights
ASKY	PriceFrom R8 676	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 68 reviews	Search ASKY flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 048	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 728 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Lagos?

Our data shows that the cheapest Johannesburg to Lagos flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Lagos in the morning for as low as R9 646. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R11 483.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed flight route?

Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lagos Murtala Muhammed for the best Johannesburg - Lagos Murtala Muhammed flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Lagos?

What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed?

Uganda Airlines and TAAG are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Which airlines fly to Lagos?

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Lagos delayed?

Historically, on average around 9% of flights between Johannesburg and Lagos have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 153 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Lagos flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Tuesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Lagos flights?

According to our data, South African have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 4% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to Lagos on average per week?

As of January 2026, 5 flights take off from Johannesburg and land in Lagos each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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