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Cheapest return flight
£462
Typical prices: £446-£643
Egyptair
Wed 7/11Wed 14/11
CAI - LOS • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£243
Typical prices: £241-£301
Egyptair
Mon 26/11
CAI - LOS • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Egyptair. Average duration is 5h 58m
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When to travel
Cheapest • 9% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £554 (return)
Shortest trip • 12h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cairo to Lagos (CAI-LOS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cairo to Lagos

Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Egyptair Logo
08:40 - 13:45CAI  Cairo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
6h 05mdirect
Egyptair Logo
15:00 - 21:10LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CAI Cairo
5h 10mdirect
£462Egyptair
Tue, 2 Mar - Mon, 8 Mar
Egyptair Logo
08:40 - 13:45CAI  Cairo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
6h 05mdirect
Egyptair Logo
15:00 - 21:10LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CAI Cairo
5h 10mdirect
£495Egyptair
Tue, 9 Mar - Mon, 15 Mar
Egyptair Logo
08:40 - 13:45CAI  Cairo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
6h 05mdirect
Egyptair Logo
15:00 - 21:10LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CAI Cairo
5h 10mdirect
£506Egyptair
Fri, 6 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:20 - 12:05CAI  Cairo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
10h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:15 - 01:20LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CAI Cairo
11h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£526Ethiopian Air
Tue, 2 Mar - Mon, 8 Mar
Royal Air Maroc Logo
08:40 - 05:45CAI  Cairo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
22h 05m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
Royal Air Maroc Logo
19:05 - 07:30LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CAI Cairo
11h 25m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
£537Royal Air Maroc
Mon, 2 Nov - Wed, 4 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
01:05 - 14:00CAI  Cairo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
13h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
09:15 - 23:05LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CAI Cairo
12h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£541Qatar Airways
Tue, 9 Mar - Mon, 15 Mar
Royal Air Maroc Logo
08:40 - 05:45CAI  Cairo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
22h 05m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
Royal Air Maroc Logo
19:05 - 07:30LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CAI Cairo
11h 25m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
£550Royal Air Maroc
Fri, 6 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:20 - 12:05CAI  Cairo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
10h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:40 - 21:20LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CAI Cairo
22h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Amman Queen Alia Intl
£572Ethiopian Air
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:40 - 13:45CAI  Cairo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
6h 05mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:15 - 00:15LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CAI Cairo
14h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£579Multiple Airlines
Tue, 2 Mar - Mon, 8 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:10 - 18:00CAI  Cairo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 50m1 stop Abuja
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:00 - 21:10LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CAI Cairo
5h 10mdirect
£608Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cairo to Lagos flights

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How much is a return flight from Cairo to Lagos?

Return flights from Cairo to Lagos typically range from £446 to £643. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £462 on Egyptair.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairo to Lagos?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairo to Lagos. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 41% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Lagos?

•July is the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Lagos at £447 return.
•August (£1,040) and June (£806) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 132% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Cairo to Lagos

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Joyce Oladeinde

Joyce Oladeinde

Expert on LOS

Joyce is a travel and food culture writer and tourism marketing consultant based in the UK. Having explored over 40 countries and lived in Tanzania, Kenya, and Nigeria, she shares solo travel guides and culinary experiences on her blog, DIY With Joy. As co-founder of Crescendo Digital, she promotes African tourism, driven by her passion for cultural connections and inclusivity.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on CAI

An avid traveller and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg, among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Cairo to Lagos flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£243
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 61% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cairo to Lagos

When to book flights from Cairo to Lagos

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cairo to Lagos based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cairo to Lagos flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cairo to Lagos?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cairo to Lagos:

    • Earliest: departs at 08:40 and lands at 14:38
    • Latest: departs at 10:00 and lands at 15:58.

    The flight takes about 5h 58m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairo to Lagos?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cairo to Lagos:

    • Economy class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Cairo to Lagos?

    A direct flight from Cairo to Lagos takes 5h 58m, covering 2,441 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cairo to Lagos?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cairo to Lagos flight?

    Return flights from Cairo to Lagos range from £446 to £643, with an average of £493 over the past 12 months. Anything below £446 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Cairo to Lagos?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £478 return, compared with £554 via a stopover through Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cairo to Lagos?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Egyptair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-300 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Cairo to Lagos spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Cairo to Lagos flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Cairo to Lagos changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £462 to £4,014. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cairo to Lagos looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cairo to Lagos are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £252.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cairo to Lagos?

    Flights from Cairo to Lagos usually depart from Cairo (CAI) and arrive at Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cairo to Lagos pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cairo to Lagos most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 46% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 46% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairo to Lagos?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Cairo to Lagos. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £439 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £697, a difference of £258.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Cairo to Lagos?

    Only Egyptair operates flights between Cairo and Lagos.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cairo to Lagos?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 08m, compared to 19h 15m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 21h 51m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Cairo and Lagos?

    Lagos is 2 hours behind Cairo (West Africa Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cairo to Lagos flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Egyptair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Cairo to Lagos flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £439, about £258 less than Saturday fares (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cairo to Lagos trip for July. Fares historically average £447 return in that month – typically £593 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport.

    • Welcome Centre & Hotels

Prefer to fly direct from Cairo to Lagos?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Cairo Airport to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cairo to Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Monday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Tuesday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Wednesday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Thursday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Friday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Saturday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Sunday

Egyptair

Egyptair

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Direct returns

Lagos Murtala Muhammed to Cairo

Monday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Tuesday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Wednesday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Thursday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Friday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Saturday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Sunday

Egyptair

Egyptair

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