Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Lagos Airport (LOS): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Lagos Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 15 minutes.
Lagos's timezone is UTC+1, making Lagos one hour ahead of London.
Every week, there are seven London Gatwick Airport to Lagos Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, select the 09:00 Air Peace flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 11:10 with Air Peace.
Your LGW to LOS flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Lagos (and then discovering more of Nigeria!) is a cinch with Air Peace. This popular carrier has direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Lagos Airport.
Air Peace is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Lagos Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between LGW and LOS:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Mohammed V Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Lagos Airport (LOS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Lagos Airport flight is $541. A round-trip fare right now is $901. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LGW to LOS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Lagos Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from LGW to LOS.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
82% of flights leaving London Gatwick Airport land at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from LGW.
To get to London Gatwick Airport from central London, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near LGW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Lagos Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Lagos Airport (LOS)
If you have a late London Gatwick Airport to Lagos Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near LOS:
Pick up a Lagos Airport rental car and discover Lagos and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car and Avis are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Lagos Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Lagos Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
From Lagos Airport, Lagos is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Lagos Airport (LOS)
October is the most popular month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Lagos Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Lagos in March.
When reserving your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Lagos Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Lagos, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LGW to LOS in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nigeria
Lagos has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Nigeria just waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres north-east of Lagos, a trip to Ibadan will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Oyo State Cultural Centre, Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Nigeria, consider Port Harcourt, about 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos. St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral, Diobu, Port Harcourt, Sand City Beach and Delight Zone Amusement Park are the start of reasons to visit.
