Cheap Flights from Abuja to Lagos

Flights from Abuja to Lagos are operated by 3 airliners – Dana Air, Virgin Nigeria and Arik Air. The most popular are provided by Virgin Nigeria. They operate around 3 flights a day departing from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport and arriving at Murtala Muhammed. In the morning there is 8 flights, 9 flights in the evening and 0 flights at night with the earliest departuare at 00:40 and latest departure at 19:25. Please be aware that flight times and the number of flights will vary between summer and winter months. The most common flight number for this flight is VK 38, VK 40, VK 42, VK 44, VK 46, VK 48, VK 50, VK 52 and VK 54.

Other airliners offer less frequent flights but departure times may be more desirable. Arik Air offers 3 flights a day from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Murtala Muhammed between the hours of 00:00 and 18:10. The flight numbers for these flights are W3 156, W3 158, W3 160, W3 162, W3 172, W3 272, W3 802 and W3 813.

Virgin Nigeria flight prices from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Murtala Muhammed can be found at www.virginnigeria.com

Daily Flights

Below you find a list of all the airliners that operate flights from Abuja to Lagos and how many flights depart on a per day basis.

Airliner
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
Virgin Nigeria
8
1
0
7
1
0
0
Arik Air
7
1
0
6
1
0
0
Dana Air
5
0
0
6
0
0
0

Flight Routes

Do you need to get travel fast? You will find alternative routes from Abuja to Lagos that require 1 or more stops and in some instances the timing may be more convenient or a quicker route. View the table below to see alternative route that are possible.

Route
Stops
Total Distance
Weekly Flights
Abuja > Lagos
0
530 Km (329 Miles)
42
Abuja > Benin City > Lagos
1
1,060 Km (659 Miles)
4
Abuja > Heathrow > Lagos
1
10,140 Km (6,301 Miles)
4
Abuja > Enugu > Lagos
1
1,500 Km (932 Miles)
2
Abuja > Calabar > Lagos
1
1,740 Km (1,081 Miles)
2
Abuja > Kano > Lagos
1
2,260 Km (1,404 Miles)
2
Abuja > Frankfurt > Lagos
1
9,765 Km (6,068 Miles)
2
Abuja > Akure > Lagos
1
540 Km (336 Miles)
1
1
915 Km (569 Miles)
1
Abuja > Accra > Lagos
1
10,655 Km (6,621 Miles)
1
Abuja > Addis Ababa > Lagos
1
15,150 Km (9,414 Miles)
1
1
18,045 Km (11,213 Miles)
1
1
12,690 Km (7,885 Miles)
0

Return flight are operated by 3 airliners which include Dana Air, Virgin Nigeria and Arik Air. More information on return flights can be found on our Flights from Lagos to Abuja page.

Alternative routes to Lagos

As a substitute, you will discover that Jos also give flights to Lagos which could be more fitting for you. Jos has around 2 flights a week though you will find the number of flights vary from month to month so check with the airline currier for the most up to date information.

If you wish to look at this alternative solution then remember Jos is around 190 kilometers (118 miles) from Abuja. Choosing this root would probably require you look at alternative travel arrangement or look at alternative airport parking where costs could vary from airport parking provided at Abuja. More information can be found at Flights from Jos to Lagos.

Arriving at Lagos

Should someone be collectiong you at Lagos we would advise them to check Lagos Airport Arrivals page before they set off. This page gives live information on the status of your flight, or if you choose to rent a car then visit our page which will give you the cheapest car hire quote from companies based at Lagos.

Lagos has the same time zone as Abuja so there is no need to change your watches.

The center of Lagos is situated about 18 km (11 miles) from Murtala Muhammed Airport. If you are traveling into the city then you should find it easy with taxis and alternative transport positioned at the airport. Lagos is a small city with a population of only 0, so if you are looking for accommodation it may be a bit more difficult than other airports so it's advised you book accommodation before you arrive.