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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Lagos travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lagos

With 9.00 million inhabitants, Lagos is the most populous city in Nigeria. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lagos has to offer.

When to visit Lagos

Lagos in July
Estimated hotel price
£56
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lagos in July
Estimated hotel price
£56
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lagos in February, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 24 °C, with an average temperature of 25 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 316 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Lagos, with an average rainfall of 13 mm.

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How to Get to Lagos

Plane

When flying to Lagos, you’ll arrive at Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS), which is located 5 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Lagos from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 6h 40m.

Bus

Lagos’s bus station is located 5 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Lagos, you’ll arrive at Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS), which is located 5 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Lagos from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 6h 40m.

Bus

Lagos’s bus station is located 5 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Lagos

LOSLagos Murtala Muhammed
IBAIbadan

Airlines serving Lagos

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,251 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (349 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (148 reviews)
Royal Air Maroc
Good (460 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (611 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,165 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lagos

From 5-star hotels such as the Legend Hotel Lagos Airport, Curio Collection by Hilton to great affordable options like the Msquare Hotel Gra, Lagos offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £38 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £81 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lagos

Most booked hotels in Lagos

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Lagos Continental Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£117+
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The Federal Palace Hotel & Casino
5 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
£70+
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Citilodge Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
£19+
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Eko Hotel Main Building
5 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
£113+
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Ibis Lagos Ikeja
3 stars
Good (6.3, Good reviews)
£64+
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ibis Lagos Airport
3 stars
Good (6, Good reviews)
£37+
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Hiring a car in Lagos

Hiring a car in Lagos costs £101 per day, on average, or £505 if you want to hire it for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Lagos.

The most frequently booked car type in Lagos is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 32% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Lagos costs £101 per day, on average, or £505 if you want to hire it for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Lagos.

The most frequently booked car type in Lagos is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 32% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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