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

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 7% of flights from Johannesburg to Lagos were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. Travelers should anticipate that the majority of journeys on this route will involve at least one connection. This indicates that direct options are less common for this particular route.

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. For flights with one stop, the median duration is around 11 hours and 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4524 kilometers. Travelers should factor in these durations when planning their journey, especially if considering flights with connections.

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

Historically, good prices on flights from Johannesburg to Lagos are frequent. This route consistently offers opportunities for travelers to find favorable fares. The availability of good prices has been observed across the trailing 30-day period. This suggests that with some flexibility, travelers are likely to encounter competitive offers for this destination.

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Johannesburg to Lagos: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos

Flights from Johannesburg to Lagos cover a substantial distance of 4,524 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This journey typically involves a significant amount of travel time due to the distance.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lagos, fares typically range from $530–$1,240, with a median of $815. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and approximately 32% of recent fares were considered a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos is often in February or January, both with median fares around $500. May also presents a good option, with median fares at $507, making these months particularly attractive for budget-conscious travelers.

When flying from Johannesburg to Lagos, most itineraries connect at least once, as only 7% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2, which significantly impacts the overall travel duration.

A typical journey from Johannesburg to Lagos, including connections, takes approximately 18h 15m. While the non-stop flight time is 6h 20m, the prevalence of connecting flights means you should plan for a much longer travel day.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Lagos

Regular price: $628 - $879

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between $628 and $879. The current lowest deal is $485 with TAAG Angola Airlines for travel from Sep 26-Sep 30.

now $485

Low $628

High $879

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos is March, with a median price of $249. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1358. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $249

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,358

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Lagos

South African Airways

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Lagos

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$629

$544

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$629

$545

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$760

$543

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$627

$549

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$626

$549

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$626

$549

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

$1,058 → $557

47%

3 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 5

$1,054 → $608

42%

7 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 9

$1,039 → $609

41%

7 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 28

$1,060 → $630

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos

Johannesburg - Lagos route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Johannesburg to Lagos are below the typical level, with 32% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

February, January, and May offer the lowest median prices

Historically, February ($500), January ($500), and May ($507) have offered the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 6h 20m, connecting flights average 18h 15m

Direct flights typically take 6h 20m, while connecting flights average 18h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Only 7% of recent flights are direct, making connecting flights the dominant option.

🏆 Airline highlight

South African Airways offers direct flights

South African Airways is one airline offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals on flights from Johannesburg to Lagos are frequent, appearing often in 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 ~$480

Lagos main airports to arrive at

Murtala Muhammed International (LOS)

Cheapest

Murtala Muhammed International Airport is a primary gateway for flights arriving in Lagos.

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

💸 Flights from ~$479

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 ~$865

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lagos

$1,628

Save $1,804

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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 or more days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $726. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with tickets purchased 7-13 days out averaging $1136, and those bought 0-6 days before departure averaging $1007. For the best value, consider booking well in advance.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Johannesburg to Lagos is considered to be $530 or less. The median price for this route over the same 90-day period was $815. Prices can vary, with 75% of tickets historically costing $1240 or less. Aiming for a price at or below $530 would represent a favorable deal.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos are typically February and January, both with a median price of $500. May also offers competitive prices, with a median of $507. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower fares compared to the annual median price of $815. Planning your trip during these times could result in significant savings.

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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: $628 - $879

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between $628 and $879. The current lowest deal is $485 with TAAG Angola Airlines for travel from Sep 26-Sep 30.

now $485

Low $628

High $879

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos

March

Cheapest

Flights from $249

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,358

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Lagos

South African Airways

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Lagos

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$629

$544

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$629

$545

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$760

$543

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$627

$549

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$626

$549

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$626

$549

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

$1,058 → $557

47%

3 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 5

$1,054 → $608

42%

7 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 9

$1,039 → $609

41%

7 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 28

$1,060 → $630

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos