How many flights from Johannesburg to Lagos are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 1% of flights from Johannesburg to Lagos were non-stop. This indicates that direct routes are not commonly available for this journey. For flights with connections, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. Travelers should anticipate that most flights on this route will involve at least one stopover.

How long does it take to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos?

A direct flight from Johannesburg to Lagos typically takes approximately 6 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 4524 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a significantly longer median duration, averaging around 19 hours and 50 minutes. Travelers should factor in these considerable differences in flight time when planning their journey, especially if considering routes with layovers.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Johannesburg to Lagos?

Historically, good prices on flights from Johannesburg to Lagos have been frequent. This suggests that travelers often have opportunities to find favorable fares for this route. The consistent availability of good prices makes it a route where diligent searching can often yield value. Travelers can typically expect to find competitive pricing options.

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Johannesburg to Lagos: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos

Flights from Johannesburg to Lagos cover a distance of 4,524 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This means you can expect a significant travel duration, often involving connections, to reach your destination.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lagos, fares typically range from $682–$1,502, with a median of $1,097. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos? The data indicates that January and February are the most affordable months to fly, both with a median fare of $266. April also presents a more budget-friendly option, with a median fare of $636, offering another opportunity for savings outside the peak travel periods.

Most itineraries for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos are not direct, with most itineraries connecting at least once. For those flights that do involve connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should factor in additional travel time for layovers when planning your journey.

A typical journey from Johannesburg to Lagos, including connections, takes approximately 6h 20m. While the non-stop flight time is also 6h 20m, the majority of itineraries involve at least one stopover, which can extend the overall travel duration significantly. When planning your trip, it is important to consider the total travel time, including any layovers.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Lagos

Regular price: $592 - $696

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos is typically between 592 USD and 696 USD. The current lowest deal is 502 USD with TAAG Angola Airlines, for travel from Nov 4-Nov 10.

now $502

Low $592

High $696

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos

Flights from Johannesburg to Lagos are cheapest in January, with a median price of $266. The most expensive month to fly is November, with a median price of $1162. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $266

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,162

Jan

Feb

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Lagos

South African Airways

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Lagos

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$666

$580

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

Kenya Airways

$701

$652

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$663

$502

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

Kenya Airways

$662

$656

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

Uganda Airlines

$605

$604

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

Uganda Airlines

$596

$604

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$1,033 → $685

34%

7 nights

Dec 24 - Dec 31

$1,035 → $697

33%

7 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 15

$1,026 → $702

32%

7 nights

Dec 22 - Dec 29

$1,034 → $711

31%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos

Johannesburg - Lagos route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Johannesburg to Lagos are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

January and February are historically cheapest

Historically, January and February offer the lowest median prices for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 6h 20m

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Lagos typically take 6 hours and 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

South African Airways has direct flights

South African Airways offers direct flights on the Johannesburg to Lagos route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a primary departure point for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos.

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$487

Lagos main airports to arrive at

Murtala Muhammed International (LOS)

Cheapest

Murtala Muhammed International Airport is a good arrival choice for flights to Lagos.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$534

Airports nearby Lagos used as alternative

Cadjehoun (COO)

Cadjehoun is the closest international airport to Lagos and a major regional hub for West African travel.

📍 ~100 km from Lagos (requires a land border crossing at Seme, and valid travel documents for Benin)

💸 Flights from ~$862

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lagos

$1,623

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lagos

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos is typically 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $1160. Prices tend to be higher closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging around $1390. Even flights booked 7-13 days in advance showed an average price of $1270, indicating that earlier booking generally leads to better value.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Johannesburg to Lagos was considered to be $682 or less. The median price for this route was $1097. Prices above $1502 were in the higher range, representing the 75th percentile of observed fares. Travelers aiming for value should target prices at or below the $682 threshold.

Historically, January and February have been the cheapest months to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos, with a median price of $266 for both. April also showed a relatively lower median price of $636. The annual median price for this route was $1097, indicating that these specific months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average. Travelers seeking the lowest fares should consider planning their trips during these months.

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Johannesburg to Lagos: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Lagos

Regular price: $592 - $696

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos is typically between 592 USD and 696 USD. The current lowest deal is 502 USD with TAAG Angola Airlines, for travel from Nov 4-Nov 10.

now $502

Low $592

High $696

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos

January

Cheapest

Flights from $266

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,162

Jan

Feb

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Lagos

South African Airways

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Lagos

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$666

$580

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

Kenya Airways

$701

$652

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$663

$502

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

Kenya Airways

$662

$656

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

Uganda Airlines

$605

$604

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

Uganda Airlines

$596

$604

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$1,033 → $685

34%

7 nights

Dec 24 - Dec 31

$1,035 → $697

33%

7 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 15

$1,026 → $702

32%

7 nights

Dec 22 - Dec 29

$1,034 → $711

31%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos