# Flights to Lagos from the UK Source: https://umrahgateway.co.uk/flights-to-lagos/ Flights from London, Manchester, Birmingham and other UK airports to Lagos (LOS), direct or with one stop. **Quick answer:** We book flights from the UK to Lagos (LOS) from London, Manchester, Birmingham and other UK airports. The flight takes around 6 to 7 hours direct. Prices change daily with seats and season, so send us your dates and we will reply with the best options and today's price. ## Flights from the UK to Lagos Direct flights run from London Heathrow to Lagos; one-stop flights connect from other UK airports via Europe, the Gulf or Istanbul. Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos is Nigeria's busiest gateway for family visits and business. ## Flying into Murtala Muhammed International (LOS) Lagos's international airport is in Ikeja, on the mainland, around 20 km north of Lagos Island. International flights use the main international terminal, while domestic flights use separate terminals, including MMA2, a short drive away. If you are connecting onwards to Kano, Ilorin, Sokoto or Abuja on a separate domestic ticket, allow plenty of time to collect your bags, clear customs and transfer by road. ## UK airports and typical routings British Airways has long flown direct from London Heathrow to Lagos, and Virgin Atlantic has also served the route. Schedules change, so we check for your dates. The direct flight takes around 6.5 hours, and Nigeria is on West Africa Time, one hour ahead of GMT all year, so there is little or no jet lag. From Manchester and other regional airports, travellers connect via London, or fly one-stop via hubs such as Istanbul, Doha, Dubai, Casablanca or Addis Ababa, which can offer generous baggage allowances. ## When UK Nigerian families travel December is the peak, with Christmas, New Year and wedding season drawing large numbers of British Nigerians home, so book well ahead. Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha and the summer holidays are also busy, especially for Yoruba Muslim families with roots in Lagos, Ogun, Oyo and Kwara. The dry season, from around November to March, is easier for travel than the heavy rains of June and July. ## Arriving and getting into the city Traffic is the biggest factor in Lagos. A trip from Ikeja to Victoria Island, Ikoyi or Lekki can take anything from around 45 minutes to two hours or more, depending on the time and the state of the Third Mainland Bridge. Mainland destinations such as Ikeja GRA, Surulere and Yaba are usually quicker. - Arrange to be met by family or a trusted driver, and agree in advance where they will wait. - Landing late at night? Consider staying near the airport and crossing to the Island in the morning. ## Local practical tips - Keep some naira for small payments on arrival, as card machines and bank transfers can be unreliable. - Baggage allowances differ widely between airlines on this route; check carefully before you shop for gifts. Holding a Nigerian passport and planning Umrah from the UK? Read our guide to the [Umrah visa for Nigerian passport holders](https://umrahgateway.co.uk/umrah-visa-nigerian-passport/). ## Why book with us - **We compare airlines** and routes for your dates, including direct and one-stop options - **Clear baggage information** before you pay - **Flexible fares** and date changes where the airline allows - **Family and group bookings**, with seats together where possible - **Pay in instalments** on many fares - **Support from our UK team** by phone and WhatsApp ## Travel tips - December and Easter are the busiest times for flights to Lagos; book early. - Check your baggage allowance: extra bags on Nigeria routes are often expensive at the airport. - Fly from Lagos to Jeddah for Umrah; ask us to plan the full trip. ## Visa and documents British passport holders need a visa for Nigeria. Rules can change, so check the latest on [GOV.UK entry requirements](https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/nigeria/entry-requirements) before you travel. ## Combine with Umrah Travelling to Nigeria? See [Umrah packages](https://umrahgateway.co.uk/umrah), or ask us to add Umrah to your trip. ## How to book Send your dates, airports and number of passengers using the form on this page, call or WhatsApp us. We reply with the best options and price in writing. See all our [flights](https://umrahgateway.co.uk/flights). Last updated 2026-10-22.