Can I fly direct from Lagos to Nairobi?

Yes, direct flights from Lagos to Nairobi are available. Approximately 70% of flights on this route historically have been direct. For those flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience 2 stopovers on average.

How long is the flight from Lagos to Nairobi?

The direct flight from Lagos to Nairobi typically takes around 5 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 3832 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, however, have a significantly longer median duration, averaging about 15 hours and 30 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this journey.

Should I set a price alert for Lagos to Nairobi flights?

Based on historical trends, flights from Lagos to Nairobi are classified as a 'frequent' deal route. This indicates that price fluctuations and deals are observed regularly. Setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers seeking to secure a more favorable fare.

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Lagos to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Lagos to Nairobi

Right now, fares for cheap flights from Lagos to Nairobi are above the typical level. Prices typically range from $1180–$1678, with a median of $1424. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better fares.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lagos to Nairobi? The data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of $508. Following closely, July also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $802. September presents another option for more budget-conscious travel, with a median fare of $1382.

A typical journey from Lagos to Nairobi takes about 5h 20m, including connections. For itineraries that involve connecting flights, the median journey time extends to 21h 25m. Most itineraries connect at least once, with connecting flights typically involving 2 stopovers.

The route from Lagos to Nairobi covers a distance of 3832 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. This distance means you can expect a substantial journey, often involving multiple hours in the air.

How much is a round trip from Lagos to Nairobi

Regular price: $648 - $1,096

Prices for flights from Lagos to Nairobi are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Lagos to Nairobi is between $648 and $1096. The current lowest deal is $705 with TAAG Angola Airlines for travel from Nov 8-Nov 15.

now $705

Low $648

High $1,096

The cheapest time to fly from Lagos to Nairobi

The cheapest month to fly from LOS to NBO is February, with a median price of $508. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $1542. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $508

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,542

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Lagos to Nairobi

Kenya Airways

Last-minute flights going from Lagos to Nairobi

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Nairobi

Lagos (LOS) - Nairobi (NBO)

Qatar Airways

$887

$1,003

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Nairobi

Lagos (LOS) - Nairobi (NBO)

Rwandair Express

$770

$920

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Nairobi

Lagos (LOS) - Nairobi (NBO)

Rwandair Express

$781

$920

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Nairobi

Lagos (LOS) - Nairobi (NBO)

Rwandair Express

$809

$779

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Nairobi

Lagos (LOS) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$823

$944

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Nairobi

Lagos (LOS) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$722

$951

One-way

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

4 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 15

$816 → $808

4 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 14

$806 → $804

5 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 15

$781 → $789

2 nights

Nov 3 - Nov 5

$885 → $893

Popular Airports to fly from Lagos to Nairobi

Lagos - Nairobi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Lagos to Nairobi are above the typical level at $1424.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Nairobi at $508.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 5h 20m

Direct flights from Lagos to Nairobi typically take 5h 20m, connecting flights 21h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

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

🏆 Airline highlight

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

Kenya Airways has offered direct flights from Lagos to Nairobi in recent months.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals on flights from Lagos to Nairobi are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Lagos main airports to depart from

Murtala Muhammed International (LOS)

Cheapest

Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) is a convenient departure point for flights to Nairobi.

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

💸 Flights from ~$671

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is Nairobi's primary international gateway, offering convenient access from Lagos.

📍 ~12 km from Nairobi city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$730

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Cheapest

Kilimanjaro International (JRO) is a major international alternative, though it requires an international border crossing into Tanzania.

📍 ~200 km from Nairobi (approximately 4-5 hours by road)

💸 Flights from ~$573

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nairobi

$1,677

Save $1,336

TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

From LOS

Elite

Nov 21

Nairobi, Kenya

91% AI deal score

$3,011

$1,682

Save $1,329

TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

From LOS

Elite

Nov 14

Nairobi, Kenya

91% AI deal score

$3,259

$1,798

Save $1,461

TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

From LOS

Elite

Nov 21

Nairobi, Kenya

91% AI deal score

$3,259

$1,798

Save $1,461

TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

From LOS

Elite

Nov 22

Nairobi, Kenya

90% AI deal score

$2,980

$1,681

Save $1,299

TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

From LOS

Elite

Dec 26

Nairobi, Kenya

90% AI deal score

$4,214

$1,798

Save $2,416

TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

From LOS

Elite

Nov 22

Nairobi, Kenya

90% AI deal score

$3,054

$1,798

Save $1,256

TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

From LOS

Elite

Nov 13

Nairobi, Kenya

90% AI deal score

$3,189

$1,983

Save $1,206

Rwandair Express

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Lagos to Nairobi is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $1483. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging $1762. Even bookings made 60 or more days in advance were slightly higher, averaging $1640.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Lagos to Nairobi is considered to be $1180 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $1424. Prices tend to increase significantly beyond this point, with 75% of observed prices being $1678 or higher.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Nairobi, with a median price of $508. July also presents a more affordable option, with a median price of $802. In contrast, September has typically been the most expensive month, with a median price of $1382, which is close to the annual median price of $1424.

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Lagos to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Lagos to Nairobi

How much is a round trip from Lagos to Nairobi

Regular price: $648 - $1,096

Prices for flights from Lagos to Nairobi are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Lagos to Nairobi is between $648 and $1096. The current lowest deal is $705 with TAAG Angola Airlines for travel from Nov 8-Nov 15.

now $705

Low $648

High $1,096

The cheapest time to fly from Lagos to Nairobi

February

Cheapest

Flights from $508

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,542

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Lagos to Nairobi

Kenya Airways

Last-minute flights going from Lagos to Nairobi

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Nairobi

Lagos (LOS) - Nairobi (NBO)

Qatar Airways

$887

$1,003

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Nairobi

Lagos (LOS) - Nairobi (NBO)

Rwandair Express

$770

$920

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Nairobi

Lagos (LOS) - Nairobi (NBO)

Rwandair Express

$781

$920

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Nairobi

Lagos (LOS) - Nairobi (NBO)

Rwandair Express

$809

$779

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Nairobi

Lagos (LOS) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$823

$944

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Nairobi

Lagos (LOS) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$722

$951

One-way

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

4 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 15

$816 → $808

4 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 14

$806 → $804

5 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 15

$781 → $789

2 nights

Nov 3 - Nov 5

$885 → $893

Popular Airports to fly from Lagos to Nairobi

Lagos - Nairobi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Lagos to Nairobi are above the typical level at $1424.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Nairobi at $508.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 5h 20m

Direct flights from Lagos to Nairobi typically take 5h 20m, connecting flights 21h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

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

🏆 Airline highlight

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

Kenya Airways has offered direct flights from Lagos to Nairobi in recent months.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals on flights from Lagos to Nairobi are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Lagos main airports to depart from

Murtala Muhammed International (LOS)

Cheapest

Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) is a convenient departure point for flights to Nairobi.

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

💸 Flights from ~$671

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is Nairobi's primary international gateway, offering convenient access from Lagos.

📍 ~12 km from Nairobi city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$730

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Cheapest

Kilimanjaro International (JRO) is a major international alternative, though it requires an international border crossing into Tanzania.

Nairobi, Kenya

90% AI deal score

$3,189

$1,983

Save $1,206

Rwandair Express

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

Cheap Flights from Lagos to Nairobi

Today’s best flight deals from Lagos to Nairobi

Lagos to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Lagos to Nairobi

How much is a round trip from Lagos to Nairobi

The cheapest time to fly from Lagos to Nairobi

Direct flights from Lagos to Nairobi

Last-minute flights going from Lagos to Nairobi

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

Popular Airports to fly from Lagos to Nairobi

Lagos - Nairobi route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February is historically cheapest

Direct flights average 5h 20m

Connecting flights are dominant

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

Deals are frequent

Lagos main airports to depart from

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nairobi

Best Elite deals to Nairobi

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

When should I buy Lagos to Nairobi tickets?

How do I know if a Lagos to Nairobi flight is a good deal?

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

Can I fly direct from Lagos to Nairobi?

How long is the flight from Lagos to Nairobi?

Should I set a price alert for Lagos to Nairobi flights?

Related routes

More routes from Lagos

Flights to Nairobi from other cities

Lagos to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Lagos to Nairobi

How much is a round trip from Lagos to Nairobi

The cheapest time to fly from Lagos to Nairobi

Direct flights from Lagos to Nairobi

Last-minute flights going from Lagos to Nairobi

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

Popular Airports to fly from Lagos to Nairobi

Lagos - Nairobi route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February is historically cheapest

Direct flights average 5h 20m

Connecting flights are dominant

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

Deals are frequent

Lagos main airports to depart from

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nairobi

Best Elite deals to Nairobi

Dec 22

Dec 22

Dec 28

Dec 24

Nov 15

Nov 21

Nov 14

Nov 21

Nov 22

Dec 26

Nov 22

Nov 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

When should I buy Lagos to Nairobi tickets?

How do I know if a Lagos to Nairobi flight is a good deal?

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