Are there direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos?

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos are not common. Historically, only 2.4% of all flights on this route have been direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is typically two. This indicates that most journeys on this route will involve at least one connection.

How long does it take to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lagos?

The typical direct flight from Washington, D.C. to Lagos has a duration of approximately 10 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 8752 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, usually around 20 hours. This difference highlights the significant time savings associated with direct routes when available.

Should I set a price alert for Washington, D.C. to Lagos flights?

Yes, setting a price alert for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos is recommended. Historically, deals on this route are classified as frequent, indicating that price fluctuations and opportunities for savings occur regularly. Monitoring prices can help travelers secure a more favorable fare over time.

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Washington, D.C. to Lagos: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos

A typical journey from Washington, D.C. to Lagos takes about 42h 43m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 8752 km. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this extended travel time accounts for layovers.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos, fares typically range from $1613–$2674, with a median of $2029. Right now, current fares are near the typical level. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly lower prices can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lagos? The data indicates that the cheapest months to fly are March, with a median fare of $962, followed by February at $966, and October at $997. These months offer significantly lower median prices compared to the overall typical range for the route.

Most itineraries for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos connect at least once, with only 2.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should generally expect at least one layover when planning your trip.

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Lagos

Regular price: $1,089 - $1,569

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos is between $1089 and $1569. The current lowest deal is $935 with JetBlue Airways, for travel from Sep 18-Sep 28.

now $935

Low $1,089

High $1,569

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lagos

The cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lagos is March, with a median price of $962. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $2245. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $962

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,245

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Lagos

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Lagos

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Lagos (LOS)

Emirates Airlines

$1,407

$1,213

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Lagos

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Lagos (LOS)

Qatar Airways

$1,746

$1,465

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Lagos

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Lagos (LOS)

Egyptair

$1,172

$992

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Lagos

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Lagos (LOS)

Egyptair

$1,181

$976

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Lagos

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Lagos (LOS)

JetBlue Airways

$1,456

$1,162

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Lagos

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Lagos (LOS)

Kenya Airways

$1,503

$1,120

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos

2 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 26

$1,572 → $1,104

30%

4 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 9

$1,486 → $1,066

28%

2 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 9

$1,347 → $938

30%

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

$1,343 → $938

30%

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lagos

Washington, D.C. - Lagos route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Washington, D.C. to Lagos are near the typical level of $2029.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $962.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically long-haul

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos are typically long-haul, with a median duration of 42h 43m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 2.4% direct flights historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has offered direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Cheapest

Ronald Reagan Washington National is a convenient option for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos.

📍 ~6 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$941

Lagos main airports to arrive at

Murtala Muhammed International (LOS)

Cheapest

Murtala Muhammed International Airport serves Lagos, a major hub for flights from Washington, D.C.

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

💸 Flights from ~$941

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)

💸 Flights from ~$1,221

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lagos

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$5,980

$4,185

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lagos

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $1348. Booking within 0-6 days of departure also showed relatively lower prices, averaging $1587. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made 14-59 days out, reaching an average of $2412 for the 28-59 day window.

A flight from Washington, D.C. to Lagos is generally considered a good deal if the price is at or below $1613. This threshold represents the lower quartile of prices observed across the trailing quarter. The median price for this route historically stands at $2029, with prices reaching up to $2674 for the upper quartile.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lagos are March, February, and October. March typically sees a median price of $962, while February is close behind with a median of $966. October also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $997. These prices are significantly lower than the annual median of $2029 for this route.

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Washington, D.C. to Lagos: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Lagos

Regular price: $1,089 - $1,569

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos is between $1089 and $1569. The current lowest deal is $935 with JetBlue Airways, for travel from Sep 18-Sep 28.

now $935

Low $1,089

High $1,569

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lagos

March

Cheapest

Flights from $962

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,245

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Lagos

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Lagos

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Lagos (LOS)

Emirates Airlines

$1,407

$1,213

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Lagos

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Lagos (LOS)

Qatar Airways

$1,746

$1,465

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Lagos

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Lagos (LOS)

Egyptair

$1,172

$992

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Lagos

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Lagos (LOS)

Egyptair

$1,181

$976

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Lagos

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Lagos (LOS)

JetBlue Airways

$1,456

$1,162

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Lagos

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Lagos (LOS)

Kenya Airways

$1,503

$1,120

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Lagos

2 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 26

$1,572 → $1,104

30%

4 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 9

$1,486 → $1,066

28%

2 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 9

$1,347 → $938

30%

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

$1,343 → $938

30%

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Lagos