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

2 flights are operational weekly from South Africa to Lagos as of September 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 50% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

TAAG, Uganda Airlines, and Air Tanzania are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Which airlines fly to Lagos?

RwandAir, South African and TAAG are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Lagos from South Africa according to our data. RwandAir is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Lagos. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Lagos on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Lagos?

The flight from South Africa to Lagos depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg (a popular airport in South Africa) to Lagos (the most popular airport in Lagos), then the flight time is 6h 10m on average. If you fly from Durban (another popular airport in South Africa) to Lagos, then the average flight time is 27h 20m.

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of September 2025, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Lagos?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Lagos. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R8 320. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of August, then book flights to Lagos from South Africa during October instead. Flights to Lagos in October, while not as cheap as those in August, still average around R8 493.

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

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Lagos is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as R10 919. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from South Africa because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R13 296.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest South Africa to Lagos flights are usually those with departure times at midday. Our users have found flights to Lagos at midday for as low as R9 051. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R16 774.

What is the cheapest South Africa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Lagos from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Lagos for around R9 424 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 South Africa for as low as R8 910 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa 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.

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Best price found	R8 416
Fastest flight time	6h 10m
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The best one-way flight to Lagos from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R8 416. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Lagos found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R10 571.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Lagos takes 6h 10m

Direct flights go from South Africa to Lagos on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Airline offering direct flights is South African..

There is 1 airport near Lagos: Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS)

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How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport?
As of September 2025, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from South Africa to Lagos?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from South Africa to Lagos is Airbus A330-300, representing 80,65% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A340-300 at 18,45%, Boeing 737 at 0,20%, and Boeing 737-800 at 0,20%.

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TAAG	PriceFrom R6 399	Free Cancellation	Rating 5,4 24 reviews	Search TAAG flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom R6 844	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 36 reviews	Search RwandAir flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R7 510	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 861 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Uganda Airlines	PriceFrom R7 789	Free Cancellation	Rating 4,4 10 reviews	Search Uganda Airlines flights
Air Côte d’Ivoire	PriceFrom R7 833	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,9 33 reviews	Search Air Côte d’Ivoire flights
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Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R8 932	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,9 280 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
ASKY	PriceFrom R9 363	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 69 reviews	Search ASKY flights
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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 832	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 624 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 South Africa to Lagos flights are usually those with departure times at midday. Our users have found flights to Lagos at midday for as low as R9 051. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R16 774.

What is the cheapest South Africa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed flight route?

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa 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.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Lagos flights?

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Lagos flight.

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

TAAG, Uganda Airlines, and Air Tanzania are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Which airlines fly to Lagos?

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

2 flights are operational weekly from South Africa to Lagos as of September 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 50% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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