Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): what you need to know
6 hours 35 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Lagos is 1 hour ahead of London and operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport start from 00:45 — the earliest with Aerolineas Sosa. The latest flight in the day is the 23:59 service with Aerolineas Sosa. Overall, you can choose from 5 weekly services from LGW to LOS.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between LGW and LOS include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Mohamed V International Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from LGW to LOS, check if you need a visa to enter Nigeria. Visa and travel document requirements may vary and are updated frequently. For the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're going to.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is ر.ق. 1,332. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 2,273. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from LGW to LOS.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from LGW to LOS. There's no need to search every day to find out if airfares have dropped. We'll let you know the moment the price changes.
Play around with filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near LGW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
If you have a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LOS:
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Murtala Muhammed International Airport to the centre of Lagos is about 29 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Lagos based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Lagos, with the temperature ranging from 23 ºC to 33 ºC.
August has average temperatures of between 23 ºC and 27 ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from LGW to LOS around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Lagos
Start your Lagos trip right by finding a wonderful stay. Once you've booked your flight from LGW to LOS, browse our accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. National Museum Lagos Lagos Island Lagos, Freedom Park Lagos and Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Park are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Lagos itinerary.
Complete your Lagos trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Lagos trip.
