Can I fly direct from Lagos to Abuja?

Yes, direct flights from Lagos to Abuja are frequently available. Historically, approximately 80.1% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include one or more stops, the median number of stopovers is typically one.

What's the flight time from Lagos to Abuja?

The typical direct flight from Lagos to Abuja has a median duration of 1 hour and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 511 kilometers. Flights with one stop generally take significantly longer, with a median duration of 10 hours and 45 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences when planning their journey.

How often do cheap flights from Lagos to Abuja come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Lagos to Abuja come up frequently. This route is consistently observed to have favorable pricing opportunities for travelers. The availability of these deals has been a regular occurrence across the trailing 30 days.

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August 6 - August 10

Cheapest

LOS - Abuja

$225

$144

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September 21 - September 30

LOS - Abuja

$215

$145

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August 20 - August 24

LOS - Abuja

$216

$151

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July 15 - July 22

Best

LOS - Abuja

$320

$153

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August 3 - August 6

LOS - Abuja

$230

$153

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July 14 - July 21

Best

Earliest

LOS - Abuja

$320

$154

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August 27 - August 31

LOS - Abuja

$214

$154

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August 13 - August 17

LOS - Abuja

$223

$154

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August 10 - August 17

LOS - Abuja

$212

$154

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August 24 - August 31

LOS - Abuja

$203

$154

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Lagos to Abuja: Overview

Insights for flights from Lagos to Abuja

Right now, 50% of recent fares from Lagos to Abuja are classified as a good price. For travelers looking for cheap flights from Lagos to Abuja, prices typically range from $99–$225, with a median of $105. Current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lagos to Abuja? The data indicates that September is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $89. Following closely, August also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $90. Travelers can also find good value in July, where the median fare is $93.

A typical journey from Lagos to Abuja takes about 1h 20m. This route is primarily served by direct flights from Lagos to Abuja, with 80.1% of recent itineraries being non-stop. For the remaining itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

The distance between Lagos and Abuja is 511 km, making this a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the quick flight times and the high prevalence of direct flight options available to travelers.

How much is a round trip from Lagos to Abuja

Regular price: $177 - $338

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

The regular price range for flights from Lagos to Abuja is typically between $177 and $338. The current lowest deal is $144 on Skyscanner for travel from Aug 6-Aug 10.

now $144

Low $177

High $338

The cheapest time to fly from Lagos to Abuja

The cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Abuja is September, with a median price of $90. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1082. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $90

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,082

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Direct flights from Lagos to Abuja

Last-minute flights going from Lagos to Abuja

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Abuja

Lagos (LOS) - Abuja (ABV)

$320

$156

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Abuja

Lagos (LOS) - Abuja (ABV)

$320

$160

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Abuja

Lagos (LOS) - Abuja (ABV)

$320

$154

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Abuja

Lagos (LOS) - Abuja (ABV)

$350

$156

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Abuja

Lagos (LOS) - Abuja (ABV)

$351

$167

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Abuja

Lagos (LOS) - Abuja (ABV)

$351

$169

One-way

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

3 nights

Jul 6 - Jul 9

$506 → $178

65%

4 nights

Jul 5 - Jul 9

$503 → $237

53%

5 nights

Jul 5 - Jul 10

$487 → $234

52%

6 nights

Jul 5 - Jul 11

$471 → $234

50%

Popular Airports to fly from Lagos to Abuja

Lagos - Abuja route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Lagos to Abuja are below the typical level at $144.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $90.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 20m

The typical direct flight duration from Lagos to Abuja is 1 hour and 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Historically, 80.1% of flights on this route are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

No specific airline data available

No specific airline data is available, but deals are frequent for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking during cheaper months

Prices are historically lower between April and November, with September being the cheapest month.

Lagos main airports to depart from

Murtala Muhammed International (LOS)

Cheapest

Murtala Muhammed International Airport is a good option for flights from Lagos to Abuja.

📍 ~9 km from Lagos (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$144

Abuja main airports to arrive at

Nnamdi Azikiwe International (ABV)

Cheapest

Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport serves Abuja and is a convenient arrival point for your trip.

📍 ~17 km from Abuja city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$144

Airports nearby Abuja used as alternative

Mallam Aminu Kano International (KAN)

Mallam Aminu Kano International is a major international gateway in Northern Nigeria with high flight frequency.

📍 ~350 km from Abuja (reachable by car, but security considerations for road travel exist).

💸 Flights from ~$155

Port Harcourt International (PHC)

Port Harcourt International is one of Nigeria's busiest international airports with an extensive domestic network.

📍 ~450 km from Abuja (reachable by car, but travel time is substantial).

💸 Flights from ~$133

Akanu Ibiam International (ENU)

Akanu Ibiam International is a designated international airport serving the eastern region, closer to Abuja.

📍 ~300 km from Abuja (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$140

Benin (BNI)

Cheapest

Benin airport primarily serves domestic routes and offers good connectivity to other Nigerian hubs.

📍 ~300 km from Abuja (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$129

Yakubu Gowon (JOS)

Yakubu Gowon is geographically the closest candidate airport to Abuja, useful for short-hop domestic connections.

📍 ~150 km from Abuja (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$392

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Abuja

Abuja, Nigeria

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Abuja

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Lagos to Abuja are found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $135. Booking 7-13 days out sees a slight increase to an average of $137, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure usually results in an average price of $138. Prices tend to be significantly higher for bookings made 60+ days out, averaging $506.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Lagos to Abuja is considered to be $99 or less. The median price for this route has historically been around $105. Travelers can expect to pay approximately $225 for flights in the higher price range.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Lagos to Abuja are September, with a median price of $89, followed by August at $90, and July at $93. The annual median price for this route is $105. While July appears in the cheapest months, it was also the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days, with a median price of $93.

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