London to Lagos Flights

Looking for flights from London to Lagos? As one of the busiest air routes connecting the United Kingdom and West Africa, this route is popular with business travellers, tourists, students, and Nigerians visiting family and friends.

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Best dates to travel from London to Lagos

Best dates to travel from London to Lagos

Return-trip prices collected from different providers to help you find dates with cheaper flights for your next trip. Prices and availability can change, so check the latest fare before booking. Last collected on November 5, 2026.

All trip durations

  1. London → Lagos 32 days
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    Return
    $ 418.02Indicative return price
  2. London → Lagos 31 days
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    $ 418.02Indicative return price
  3. London → Lagos 32 days
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    Return
    $ 418.02Indicative return price
  4. London → Lagos 30 days
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    $ 418.02Indicative return price
  5. London → Lagos 31 days
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    $ 418.02Indicative return price

Cheapest dates we found for this trip length

  1. London → Lagos 2 days
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    $ 488.81Indicative return price
  2. London → Lagos 9 days
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    $ 500.05Indicative return price
  3. London → Lagos 10 days
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    $ 518.03Indicative return price
  4. London → Lagos 9 days
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    $ 518.03Indicative return price
  5. London → Lagos 2 days
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    $ 525.90Indicative return price

Cheapest dates we found for this trip length

  1. London → Lagos 17 days
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    Return
    $ 500.05Indicative return price
  2. London → Lagos 16 days
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    $ 500.05Indicative return price
  3. London → Lagos 14 days
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    $ 500.05Indicative return price
  4. London → Lagos 19 days
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    $ 500.05Indicative return price
  5. London → Lagos 20 days
    Departure
    Return
    $ 500.05Indicative return price

Cheapest dates we found for this trip length

  1. London → Lagos 32 days
    Departure
    Return
    $ 418.02Indicative return price
  2. London → Lagos 31 days
    Departure
    Return
    $ 418.02Indicative return price
  3. London → Lagos 32 days
    Departure
    Return
    $ 418.02Indicative return price
  4. London → Lagos 30 days
    Departure
    Return
    $ 418.02Indicative return price
  5. London → Lagos 31 days
    Departure
    Return
    $ 418.02Indicative return price

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Route Overview

Origin London, United Kingdom
  • London City Airport London LCY
  • London Gatwick Airport London LGW
  • London Heathrow Airport London LHR
  • London Luton Airport London LTN
  • London Southend Airport London SEN
  • London Stansted Airport London STN
Destination Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS), Lagos, Nigeria
Distance Approximately 5,000 km (3,107 miles)
Average Flight Time 6 hours 30 minutes to 9 hours
Cheapest Month to Fly February
Estimated Fare From $ 418.02 return
Busiest Month December

Flying from London to Lagos

Flying from London to Lagos is one of the most important air links between the UK and West Africa. The route serves a large mix of travellers returning home to Nigeria, visiting family and friends, attending weddings and celebrations, travelling for business or exploring Lagos for the first time. Unlike many UK – Africa routes, London has regular non-stop flights to Lagos, giving travellers the option of reaching Nigeria without changing aircraft. Direct services are available with several airlines, while one-stop itineraries provide additional choice when price, baggage allowance or departure time is more important than taking the shortest route. British Airways and Virgin Atlantic operate direct Heathrow–Lagos services, while Air Peace also serves London-Lagos directly from Gatwick. With direct flight times of around 6 hours 40 minutes, Lagos is comparatively easy to reach from London. London offers travellers something many other UK cities cannot: a choice of direct flights to Lagos.

British Airways operates non-stop services from Heathrow, Virgin Atlantic also flies directly between Heathrow and Lagos, and Air Peace offers direct London–Lagos services from Gatwick. This gives passengers several ways to approach the journey.

A direct flight is usually the easiest option if you want:

  • The shortest journey time
  • No airport connection
  • Simpler travel with children
  • Less handling of checked baggage
  • A more straightforward trip for elderly travellers

However, connecting itineraries can still be worth comparing because they may occasionally offer lower fares, more suitable departure times or different baggage allowances. Tripenger recommends comparing the whole journey, not just the first price you see.

Direct Flights from London to Lagos

Yes, direct flights are available between London and Lagos. The fastest non-stop journeys take around 6 hours 40 minutes. Direct services include:

London Heathrow (LHR)

British Airways flies directly from Heathrow to Lagos, while Virgin Atlantic also operates non-stop services on the route.

London Gatwick (LGW)

Air Peace operates direct London Gatwick-Lagos services and continues to market the route through its own booking platform. Search your travel dates to see the direct flights available when you plan to travel.

Airlines and Connections from London to Lagos

Based on current route reference data, these are possible airline and airport combinations serving London to Lagos.

  • Air Peace London (LGW) → Lagos (LOS) 1 route
  • British Airways London (LHR) → Lagos (LOS) 1 route
  • Virgin Atlantic London (LHR) → Lagos (LOS) 1 route
  • Royal Air Maroc London (LGW) → Casablanca (CMN) → Lagos (LOS) 3 routes
    • London (LHR) → Casablanca (CMN) → Lagos (LOS)
    • London (STN) → Casablanca (CMN) → Lagos (LOS)
  • Air Algerie London (LHR) → Algiers (ALG) → Lagos (LOS) 2 routes
    • London (STN) → Algiers (ALG) → Lagos (LOS)
  • Middle East Airlines London (LHR) → Beirut (BEY) → Lagos (LOS) 1 route
  • Uganda Airlines London (LGW) → Entebbe (EBB) → Lagos (LOS) 1 route
  • Ethiopian Airlines London (LGW) → Addis Ababa (ADD) → Lagos (LOS) 2 routes
    • London (LHR) → Addis Ababa (ADD) → Lagos (LOS)
  • Qatar Airways London (LGW) → Doha (DOH) → Lagos (LOS) 1 route

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Best Time to Fly This Route

Flight prices on the London to Lagos route can fluctuate throughout the year, with demand typically increasing during school holidays, Easter, summer travel periods, and the Christmas season. December is usually the busiest month as many Nigerians living in the UK return home for the festive period. Travellers seeking lower fares often find better deals when booking several months in advance and travelling during quieter months such as February, March, or September. Tripenger helps you compare London-to-Lagos flights across different airlines and travel providers.

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  • Direct flights
  • Connecting flights
  • Airfares
  • Baggage allowances
  • Flight duration
  • Departure airports
  • Arrival times
  • Fare conditions

Whether you're travelling home to Nigeria, visiting family and friends, heading to Lagos for business or experiencing the city for the first time, Tripenger helps you compare the complete journey rather than simply choosing the lowest advertised price.

Things to Do in Lagos

Lagos is Nigeria's largest city and one of Africa's most dynamic economic centres. Known for its energy, culture, entertainment, and business opportunities, the city attracts millions of visitors every year. Visitors can explore popular areas such as Victoria Island, Lekki, Ikoyi, and Lagos Island while enjoying vibrant nightlife, local markets, beaches, art galleries, and world-famous Nigerian cuisine. Lagos also serves as a gateway to destinations across Nigeria and West Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there direct flights from London to Lagos?
Yes. Direct flights operate between London and Lagos, including services from London Heathrow and London Gatwick.
How long is the flight from London to Lagos?
A non-stop flight from London to Lagos takes from around 6 hours 40 minutes. Connecting itineraries take longer depending on the stopover and layover.
Which airlines fly direct from London to Lagos?
Direct London to Lagos options include British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Air Peace. Available schedules can vary, so compare services for your intended travel dates.
Can I fly directly from London Gatwick to Lagos?
Yes. Air Peace operates direct services between London Gatwick and Lagos.
Can I fly directly from London Heathrow to Lagos?
Yes. British Airways and Virgin Atlantic operate direct services between London Heathrow and Lagos.
How much are flights from London to Lagos?
Economy return fares can start from around £500 at the lower end of the market, although actual prices depend on travel dates, airline, baggage, cabin and availability.
Which airport do London to Lagos flights arrive at?
Flights arrive at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, whose IATA airport code is LOS. The airport is located in Ikeja, Lagos.
Is it better to fly direct or connect from London to Lagos?
Direct flights provide the shortest and simplest journey, while connecting flights may sometimes offer lower fares or different baggage allowances. Compare the total journey time and final price before booking.

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