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Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)

Flights, airlines, terminals and how to get to Lagos Airport in Lagos. Book in naira.

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Destinations

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Airlines

United Nigeria AirlinesEnugu AirXE JetMax Air

~76

Daily departures

₦111,000

Fares from

Ikeja, Lagos

Location

About 12 km

From the city centre

4

Terminals

2

Runways

Routes

Flights from Lagos Airport

Where you can fly from Lagos Airport, with the lowest one-way fare found on each route.

Routes

Flights to Lagos Airport

Routes into Lagos Airport with the lowest one-way fare found on each.

Domestic

International

Accra to Lagos

Non-stop flights available

United NigeriaIbom AirAir PeaceValueJet16 airlines

One way from

₦232,500

Kigali to Lagos

Non-stop flights available

Rwandair ExpressEgyptairEthiopian AirlinesKLM Royal Dutch Airlines8 airlines

One way from

₦392,000

Nairobi to Lagos

Non-stop flights available

Kenya AirwaysASKY AirlinesAir TanzaniaBrussels Airlines12 airlines

One way from

₦606,000

Guangzhou to Lagos

Via Cairo

Air TanzaniaEgyptairEthiopian AirlinesKenya Airways6 airlines

One way from

₦996,327

London to Lagos

Non-stop flights available

Virgin Atlantic AirwaysAir FranceEgyptairEthiopian Airlines11 airlines

One way from

₦891,000

Doha to Lagos

Non-stop flights available

Qatar AirwaysAir CairoEthiopian AirlinesRoyal Air Maroc6 airlines

One way from

₦712,373

Cotonou to Lagos

Via Addis Ababa

ASKY AirlinesAir Cote d'IvoireEthiopian AirlinesRoyal Air Maroc4 airlines

One way from

₦1,115,599

Cairo to Lagos

Non-stop flights available

EgyptairAir FranceEthiopian AirlinesLufthansa7 airlines

One way from

₦589,500

Jeddah to Lagos

Via Addis Ababa

EgyptairEthiopian AirlinesQatar AirwaysRoyal Air Maroc6 airlines

One way from

₦660,757

Zanzibar to Lagos

Via Dar es Salaam

Air TanzaniaEthiopian AirlinesKenya AirwaysQatar Airways6 airlines

One way from

₦680,500

Toronto to Lagos

Via London

American AirlinesDelta Air LinesEgyptairEthiopian Airlines8 airlines

One way from

₦1,711,056

Banjul to Lagos

Via Lome

ASKY AirlinesEthiopian AirlinesRoyal Air MarocTurkish Airlines4 airlines

One way from

₦539,500

Terminals

Lagos Airport Terminals

General Aviation Terminal (GAT / MMA1)

Domestic flights. Airlines: Arik Air, Air Peace, Overland Airways, Green Africa.

The older, government-run domestic terminal. It has no lounges at the moment.

MMA2

Domestic flights. Airlines: Air Peace, United Nigeria, Ibom Air, Max Air, Rano Air, ValueJet, Aero Contractors, Arik Air.

Privately run (Bi-Courtney) and handles about three-quarters of domestic flights in Lagos. Self-service check-in kiosks and a multi-storey car park.

International Terminal 1 (MMIA)

International flights. Airlines: Long-haul airlines such as British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Delta, United, Lufthansa, KLM, Air France, Ethiopian and Kenya Airways.

The main international terminal, next to the control tower.

International Terminal 2 (new terminal)

Regional and international flights. Airlines: Air Peace, Ibom Air, Africa World Airlines, Air Côte d’Ivoire, RwandAir and others.

Some airlines use both international terminals, so check the terminal on your ticket.

Getting there

Getting to Lagos Airport

Murtala Muhammed International Airport is in Ikeja, about 12 km (7 miles) northwest of Lagos city centre. The domestic terminals (GAT/MMA1 and MMA2) and the international terminals are about 1 km apart, so check which terminal your flight uses before you set off.

  • Taxi: Licensed yellow taxis and official airport taxis wait outside the terminals. Agree the fare before you start.
  • Ride-hailing: Uber, Bolt and inDrive pick up and drop off at the airport.
  • By car: From central Lagos, Ikorodu Road (A1) leads to the airport; allow at least 30 minutes, more in traffic. From Ikeja, go straight at the Skyline Hotel lights for GAT/MMA1, or turn towards the Air Force base after the AP filling station for MMA2.
  • Car rental: Europcar and Hertz have desks at the airport.
  • Public transport: Buses pass near the airport, but you usually need a short taxi ride to your terminal.
  • Parking: MMA2 has a multi-storey car park with about 800 spaces, 24-hour CCTV and a bridge to the terminal. Hourly and overnight rates apply.

Check-in

Check-in at Lagos Airport

Check-in usually opens 24 hours before departure and closes 2 hours before for domestic flights. For international flights it opens 48 hours before and closes 4 hours before. Flights booked on Flightpadi are checked in for you automatically, with reminders and your e-ticket sent to you.

Domestic flights: arrive at least 2 hours early and go to your airline’s counter at MMA2 or GAT. International flights: arrive 3–4 hours early, check in at Terminal 1 or Terminal 2, then go through immigration and security. The domestic and international terminals are about 1 km apart.

Arriving

Arriving at Lagos Airport

International arrivals go through immigration, then baggage claim and customs before the arrival hall. Taxis, ride-hailing pick-ups and car rental desks are outside the terminals.

Facilities

Lounges and Facilities at Lagos Airport

Lounges

  • VIP Lounge (MMA2 · airside, 3rd floor): 06:30 until the last flight. Wi-Fi, refreshments and a prayer room. Membership, eligible cards or pay-per-use.
  • Gabfol Lounge (MMA2 · Arik Air wing): 07:00–17:00. Refreshments, Wi-Fi and showers (for a fee). Domestic flights only.
  • First Lounge (Terminal 1 · landside, departures): 07:00–21:00. Refreshments, Wi-Fi, children’s play area and luggage storage. Maximum 4-hour stay.
  • Premium Lounge (Terminal 1 · airside, E-Wing mezzanine): 06:00–00:00. Refreshments, showers and a smoking room. Maximum 4-hour stay.
  • SDS Lounge (Terminal 1 · airside, E-Wing): Open 24 hours. Refreshments, Wi-Fi, sleep beds and spa services (for a fee).
  • The Atelier Lounge (Terminal 2 · airside, 1st floor): Open 24 hours. Refreshments, Wi-Fi, a business centre and luggage storage. Maximum 3-hour stay.

FAQs

Lagos Airport: FAQs

Is Lagos Airport open?

Yes. Flights from Lagos Airport were found on Flightpadi in the last day, with direct routes to Abuja, Enugu, Asaba, Kano and 13 more.

How much is a flight from Lagos Airport to Abuja?

One-way fares from Lagos Airport to Abuja start from about ₦122,500. Fares change daily, so search your date for today’s price.

Which airlines fly from Lagos Airport?

10 airlines fly from Murtala Muhammed International Airport non-stop: United Nigeria Airlines, Enugu Air, XE Jet, Max Air and 6 more.

Where can I fly from Lagos Airport?

Direct flights go to Abuja, Enugu, Asaba, Kano and 13 more. See the routes above for today’s lowest fares.

What is the airport code for Lagos Airport?

Murtala Muhammed International Airport uses the IATA code LOS.

How early should I get to Lagos Airport?

Arrive at least 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights. Flights booked on Flightpadi are checked in for you, with reminders and your e-ticket sent to you.

How many terminals does Lagos airport have?

Four: two domestic (GAT/MMA1 and MMA2) and two international (Terminal 1 and the newer Terminal 2).

Which terminal is for domestic flights in Lagos?

GAT (MMA1) and MMA2. MMA2 handles about three-quarters of domestic flights in Lagos.

How far is Lagos airport from the city centre?

About 12 km. Allow at least 30 minutes by car, more in Lagos traffic.

How many runways does Lagos airport have?

Two: 18R/36L (3,900 m, mainly international) and 18L/36R (2,743 m, mainly domestic).

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