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

Historically, approximately 7% of flights from Johannesburg to Lagos are non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers. This data is based on observations over a 90-day period, indicating that direct routes are less common for this journey.

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

The direct flight from Johannesburg to Lagos typically takes about 6 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 4524 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging around 11 hours and 15 minutes. This difference highlights the impact of stopovers on the overall travel time for this route.

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

Historically, good prices on flights from Johannesburg to Lagos are considered frequent. This assessment is based on pricing trends observed over a 30-day period. Travelers can typically find favorable deals for this route, indicating consistent availability of competitive fares.

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Johannesburg to Lagos: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos

The journey from Johannesburg to Lagos covers a substantial distance of 4,524 kilometers, classifying it as a long-haul route. This means you can expect a significant travel time, often involving connections, to reach your destination.

For travelers seeking 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 have been classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices regularly.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos? You'll find the most affordable median fares in February and January, both at $500. Following closely is May, with a median fare of $507, offering another cost-effective option for your trip.

Most itineraries for this route involve connections, with only 7% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which significantly impacts the overall travel duration.

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Lagos? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 6h 20m. However, it is important to note that connecting itineraries have a median duration of 18h 15m, while direct flights from Johannesburg to Lagos, when available, take around 6h 20m.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Lagos

Regular price: $562 - $896

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos is USD 562 to USD 896. The current lowest deal is USD 488 with TAAG Angola Airlines for travel from Sep 7-Sep 13.

now $488

Low $562

High $896

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos

The cheapest month to fly from JNB to LOS 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

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

Ethiopian Airlines

$879

$629

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

Ethiopian Airlines

$929

$630

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

Ethiopian Airlines

$919

$625

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

Ethiopian Airlines

$823

$600

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

Uganda Airlines

$784

$553

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$784

$544

One-way

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

10 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 15

$1,140 → $574

50%

12 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 17

$1,131 → $574

49%

17 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 22

$1,102 → $574

48%

3 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 24

$862 → $543

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos

Johannesburg - Lagos route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level at $488.

Recent fares from Johannesburg to Lagos are below the typical level, with prices starting at $488.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos, with a median price of $249.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 6h 20m.

A direct flight from Johannesburg to Lagos typically takes 6h 20m, while connecting flights average 18h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 2 stopovers being typical when not flying direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

TAAG Angola Airlines offers a recent deal for $488.

TAAG Angola Airlines recently offered a deal for $488 from Johannesburg to Lagos for travel in September.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route.

Deals for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos appear frequently, offering good opportunities for savings.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

Fly from O. R. Tambo International for direct flights to Lagos, offering a convenient departure option.

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

💸 Flights from ~$478

Lagos main airports to arrive at

Murtala Muhammed International (LOS)

Cheapest

Murtala Muhammed International Airport is a key arrival point for flights to Lagos, Nigeria.

📍 ~9 km from Lagos (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$478

Airports nearby Lagos used as alternative

Cadjehoun (COO)

Cadjehoun Airport can be a useful alternative, serving as 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 ~$901

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Oct 02

Lagos, Nigeria

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$4,349

$1,550

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Oct 01

Lagos, Nigeria

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$4,287

$1,551

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From JNB

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Aug 05

Lagos, Nigeria

92% AI deal score

$2,876

$1,550

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From JNB

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Aug 06

Lagos, Nigeria

92% AI deal score

$2,877

$1,551

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Business Class

From JNB

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Oct 26

Lagos, Nigeria

92% AI deal score

$4,542

$1,630

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TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

From JNB

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Dec 23

Lagos, Nigeria

92% AI deal score

$3,406

$1,630

Save $1,776

TAAG Angola Airlines

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From JNB

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Dec 22

Lagos, Nigeria

92% AI deal score

$3,388

$1,644

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From JNB

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Dec 28

Lagos, Nigeria

92% AI deal score

$3,371

$1,644

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Dec 26

Lagos, Nigeria

92% AI deal score

$3,428

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TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

From JNB

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Dec 21

Lagos, Nigeria

92% AI deal score

$3,389

$1,644

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TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

From JNB

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Dec 28

Lagos, Nigeria

92% AI deal score

$3,402

$1,644

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TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

From JNB

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Dec 28

Lagos, Nigeria

92% AI deal score

$3,377

$1,644

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TAAG Angola Airlines

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lagos

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos is 60 or more days before departure. During this period, the average price is typically around $726. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with flights booked 28-59 days out averaging $774. For last-minute bookings within 0-6 days of departure, the average price can rise to $1007, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

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 has historically been around $815. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed prices being $1240 or less. These figures are based on data collected over a 90-day period.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos are January and February, both with a median price of $500. May also offers competitive prices, with a median of $507. The annual median price for this route is $815, based on data from the trailing 270 days. While May is listed as the most expensive month, its median price of $507 is still considerably lower than the annual median.

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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: $562 - $896

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos is USD 562 to USD 896. The current lowest deal is USD 488 with TAAG Angola Airlines for travel from Sep 7-Sep 13.

now $488

Low $562

High $896

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

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

Ethiopian Airlines

$879

$629

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

Ethiopian Airlines

$929

$630

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

Ethiopian Airlines

$919

$625

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

Ethiopian Airlines

$823

$600

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

Uganda Airlines

$784

$553

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lagos

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lagos (LOS)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$784

$544

One-way

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

10 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 15

$1,140 → $574

50%

12 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 17

$1,131 → $574

49%

17 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 22

$1,102 → $574

48%

3 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 24

$862 → $543

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos

Johannesburg - Lagos route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level at $488.

Recent fares from Johannesburg to Lagos are below the typical level, with prices starting at $488.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos, with a median price of $249.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 6h 20m.

A direct flight from Johannesburg to Lagos typically takes 6h 20m, while connecting flights average 18h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 2 stopovers being typical when not flying direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

TAAG Angola Airlines offers a recent deal for $488.

TAAG Angola Airlines recently offered a deal for $488 from Johannesburg to Lagos for travel in September.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route.

Deals for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos appear frequently, offering good opportunities for savings.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

Fly from O. R. Tambo International for direct flights to Lagos, offering a convenient departure option.

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

💸 Flights from ~$478

Lagos main airports to arrive at

Murtala Muhammed International (LOS)

Cheapest

Murtala Muhammed International Airport is a key arrival point for flights to Lagos, Nigeria.

📍 ~9 km from Lagos (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$478

Airports nearby Lagos used as alternative

Cadjehoun (COO)

Cadjehoun Airport can be a useful alternative, serving as a major regional hub for West African travel.

Lagos, Nigeria

92% AI deal score

$3,377

$1,644

Save $1,733

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lagos

Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Lagos

Today’s best flight deals from Johannesburg to Lagos

Johannesburg to Lagos: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Lagos

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Lagos

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Lagos

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

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos

Johannesburg - Lagos route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level at $488.

March is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 6h 20m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

TAAG Angola Airlines offers a recent deal for $488.

Deals appear frequently on this route.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

Lagos main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Lagos used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lagos

Best Elite deals to Lagos

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Aug 06

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lagos

When should I buy Johannesburg to Lagos tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Johannesburg to Lagos?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos?

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

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

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

Related routes

More routes from Johannesburg

Flights to Lagos from other cities

Johannesburg to Lagos: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Lagos

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Lagos

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Lagos

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Lagos

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

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos

Johannesburg - Lagos route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level at $488.

March is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 6h 20m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

TAAG Angola Airlines offers a recent deal for $488.

Deals appear frequently on this route.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

Lagos main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Lagos used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lagos

Best Elite deals to Lagos

Oct 02

Oct 01

Aug 05

Aug 06

Oct 26

Dec 23

Dec 22

Dec 28

Dec 26

Dec 21

Dec 28

Dec 28

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lagos

When should I buy Johannesburg to Lagos tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Johannesburg to Lagos?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Johannesburg to Lagos?