Can I fly direct from Lagos to Nairobi?

Direct flights from Lagos to Nairobi are historically less common. In the trailing 90 days, only 6% of all flights on this route were direct. For flights that include stops, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers before reaching their destination.

How long is the flight from Lagos to Nairobi?

The direct flight from Lagos to Nairobi typically takes approximately 5 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 3832 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time historically extends to about 12 hours and 55 minutes. This represents a significant increase in duration compared to direct services.

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

Historically, prices for flights from Lagos to Nairobi have fluctuated frequently. This route is classified as having frequent price changes. Setting a price alert can be beneficial for travelers monitoring this route, as it allows them to track these changes over a 30-day period and potentially secure a more favorable deal.

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2026-09-12 – 2026-09-20
LOS - Nairobi
72% AI deal score
$620
$658
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2027-01-03 – 2027-01-24
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$667
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2026-09-20 – 2026-09-27
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2026-11-08 – 2026-11-15
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$729
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2026-11-15 – 2026-11-22
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2026-08-08 – 2026-08-31
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2026-08-15 – 2026-08-23
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2027-01-10 – 2027-01-17
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2026-10-24 – 2026-10-30
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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 $877–$1604, with a median of $1252. New deals appear almost daily for this route, indicating a dynamic pricing environment for travelers.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Lagos to Nairobi, April stands out with a median fare of $669. Following closely, March offers a median fare of $687, and May presents another affordable option with a median of $721. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median.

A typical journey from Lagos to Nairobi takes approximately 22h 20m, including connections. This is because most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. Only 6% of recent fares for this route are non-stop, so you should expect a journey with at least one stop.

The route from Lagos to Nairobi covers a distance of 3832 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. This distance typically involves a significant amount of travel time, often requiring connections to complete the journey.

How much is a round trip from Lagos to Nairobi

Regular price: $699 - $1,220

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

Regular prices for flights from Lagos to Nairobi typically range from $699 to $1220. The current lowest deal is $656 with TAAG Angola Airlines, for travel from Aug 1-Aug 31.

now $656

Low $699

High $1,220

The cheapest time to fly from Lagos to Nairobi

Flights from LOS to NBO are generally lower priced from January to December. The cheapest month to fly is April, with a median price of $669. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1498.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $669

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,498

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Direct flights from Lagos to Nairobi

Kenya Airways

Last-minute flights going from Lagos to Nairobi

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Nairobi

Lagos (LOS) - Nairobi (NBO)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$829

$656

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Nairobi

Lagos (LOS) - Nairobi (NBO)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$931

$669

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Nairobi

Lagos (LOS) - Nairobi (NBO)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$829

$687

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Nairobi

Lagos (LOS) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$979

$748

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Nairobi

Lagos (LOS) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,089

$748

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Nairobi

Lagos (LOS) - Nairobi (NBO)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$1,111

$748

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 4

$1,089 → $748

31%

2 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 4

$1,083 → $748

31%

4 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 6

$1,055 → $741

30%

3 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 5

$1,061 → $747

30%

Popular Airports to fly from Lagos to Nairobi

Lagos - Nairobi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

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

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Nairobi, with a median price of $669.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 22h 20m

Flights from Lagos to Nairobi typically take 22h 20m, covering a distance of 3832 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Only 6% of recent flights from Lagos to Nairobi are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

Kenya Airways is one airline that offers direct flights from Lagos to Nairobi.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from Lagos to Nairobi appear frequently, offering more opportunities to save.

Lagos main airports to depart from

Murtala Muhammed International (LOS)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$673

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a good choice for flights from Lagos to Nairobi.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$673

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Kilimanjaro International offers global connectivity, but requires crossing an international border into Tanzania.

📍 ~270 km from Nairobi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$927

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nairobi

84% AI deal score

$2,373

$1,723

Save $650

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Lagos to Nairobi is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for tickets has been around $900. Prices tend to be higher when booking further out, with tickets purchased 60+ days in advance averaging $1377. Conversely, waiting until 0-6 days before departure also sees an increase in average prices, reaching approximately $1010.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Lagos to Nairobi is considered to be around $877 or less. This threshold represents the lower 25% of prices observed over a 90-day period. The median price for this route has been $1252, while prices in the upper quartile have historically reached $1604.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Lagos to Nairobi are April, March, and May. In April, the median price was $669, while March saw a median of $687. May also offered competitive pricing with a median of $721. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price for this route, which stands at $1252.

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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: $699 - $1,220

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

Regular prices for flights from Lagos to Nairobi typically range from $699 to $1220. The current lowest deal is $656 with TAAG Angola Airlines, for travel from Aug 1-Aug 31.

now $656

Low $699

High $1,220

The cheapest time to fly from Lagos to Nairobi

April

Cheapest

Flights from $669

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,498

Jan

Feb

Mar

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May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

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Dec