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Cheapest return flight
£731
Typical prices: £746-£1,265
Ethiopian Air
Mon 15/10Thu 25/10
MAA - LOS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£460
Typical prices: £347-£519
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/10
MAA - LOS • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chennai and Lagos. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 43% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Cheapest • Avg £1,189 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 14h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chennai to Lagos (MAA-LOS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Chennai to Lagos

Thu, 15 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 19:40MAA  Chennai-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
14h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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05:40 - 01:10LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-MAA Chennai
15h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£731Ethiopian Air
Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
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10:10 - 19:45MAA  Chennai-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
14h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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21:40 - 01:10LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-MAA Chennai
23h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£984Ethiopian Air
Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
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10:10 - 19:45MAA  Chennai-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
14h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
05:40 - 08:55LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-MAA Chennai
22h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
£1,057Ethiopian Air
Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:10 - 03:10MAA  Chennai-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
34h 30m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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05:40 - 08:55LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-MAA Chennai
22h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
£1,396Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Chennai to Lagos flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Chennai to Lagos with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Chennai to Lagos?

Return flights from Chennai to Lagos start at £731. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £746 to £1,265. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £731 on Ethiopian Air.

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Key details for Chennai to Lagos flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

£460
Most popular time to fly (3% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Chennai to Lagos

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chennai 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 Chennai to Lagos flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Chennai to Lagos usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS).

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Chennai to Lagos.

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

    Connecting flights from Chennai to Lagos most commonly pass through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 60% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 40% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 47% on the Chennai to Lagos route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £678 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £1,268, a difference of £590. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Chennai to Lagos?

    A direct flight from Chennai to Lagos takes 0h 00m, covering 5,231 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai 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.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about £731 to £1,396. That means the highest observed fare was about 90% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Chennai to Lagos are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £606, which is 40% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 01m, compared to 19h 55m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Chennai and Lagos?

    Lagos is 4 hours behind Chennai (West Africa Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Chennai 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 Friday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average £678 – about £590 less than Thursday (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chennai to Lagos trip for February. Fares historically average £678 return in that month – typically £590 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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.
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