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Cheapest return flight
£475
Typical prices: £489-£665
Ethiopian Air
Wed 31/10Fri 7/12
DXB - LOS • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£677
Typical prices: £642-£733
Emirates
Sat 3/2Sat 3/3
DXB - LOS • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Emirates. Average duration is 8h 50m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 80% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 19% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £455 (return)
Shortest trip • 11h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dubai to Lagos (DXB-LOS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Dubai to Lagos

Sat, 31 Oct - Mon, 7 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:10 - 03:10DXB  Dubai Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
16h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:40 - 15:45LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DXB Dubai Intl
15h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£475Ethiopian Air
Tue, 3 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:10 - 03:10DXB  Dubai Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
16h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:40 - 15:45LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DXB Dubai Intl
15h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£475Ethiopian Air
Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:10 - 03:10DXB  Dubai Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
13h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:40 - 15:45LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DXB Dubai Intl
15h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£475Ethiopian Air
Thu, 17 Dec - Sun, 31 Jan
Kenya Airways Logo
06:55 - 21:40DXB  Dubai Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
17h 45m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
12:30 - 05:45LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DXB Dubai Intl
14h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
£502Kenya Airways
Fri, 25 Dec - Sun, 24 Jan
Kenya Airways Logo
02:20 - 11:30DXB  Dubai Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
12h 10m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
12:30 - 00:30LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DXB Dubai Intl
33h 00m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
£502Kenya Airways
Fri, 18 Dec - Sun, 31 Jan
Kenya Airways Logo
06:55 - 21:40DXB  Dubai Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
17h 45m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
12:30 - 00:30LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DXB Dubai Intl
33h 00m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
£502Kenya Airways
Sun, 20 Dec - Fri, 5 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:55 - 11:30DXB  Dubai Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
31h 35m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:40 - 02:30LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DXB Dubai Intl
30h 50m2 stops Accra Kotoka Dar Es Salaam
£614Multiple Airlines
Wed, 3 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:00 - 07:45DXB  Dubai Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
15h 45m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:15 - 21:15LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DXB Dubai Intl
9h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£630Multiple Airlines
Wed, 3 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar
Emirates Logo
10:30 - 16:20DXB  Dubai Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
8h 50mdirect
Emirates Logo
18:05 - 04:35LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DXB Dubai Intl
7h 30mdirect
£677Emirates
Tue, 3 Nov - Wed, 4 Nov
Emirates Logo
10:30 - 16:20DXB  Dubai Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
8h 50mdirect
Emirates Logo
18:05 - 04:35LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DXB Dubai Intl
7h 30mdirect
£685Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Dubai to Lagos flights

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How much is a return flight from Dubai to Lagos?

Return flights from Dubai to Lagos typically range from £489 to £665. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £475 on Ethiopian Air.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to Lagos. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Lagos at £471 return.
•December (£642) and May (£621) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 36% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Dubai to Lagos the cheapest?

Flights from Dubai to Lagos are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 21% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Dubai 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.

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on DXB

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has travelled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Key details for Dubai to Lagos flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

£265
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 32% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Dubai to Lagos

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dubai 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 Dubai 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 Dubai to Lagos?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 10:15 and lands at 19:05
    • Latest: departs at 10:30 and lands at 19:20.

    The flight takes about 8h 50m.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Dubai to Lagos?

    A direct flight from Dubai to Lagos takes 8h 50m, covering 3,661 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dubai 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 Dubai to Lagos flight?

    Return flights from Dubai to Lagos range from £489 to £665, with an average of £578 over the past 12 months. Anything below £489 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dubai to Lagos flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the £578 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £455 return via Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN), compared with £678 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Dubai to Lagos?

    Emirates is the only airline operating Dubai to Lagos flights. 80% of its flights are on time.

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

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

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

    One-way fares from Dubai to Lagos are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £385, which is 30% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Dubai to Lagos usually depart from Dubai Intl (DXB) and arrive at Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Dubai to Lagos?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Dubai to Lagos?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Dubai to Lagos route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 12m.

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

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

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Kigali Intl (KGL) – 14% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Dubai to Lagos. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at £545 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £596, a difference of £51.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Dubai to Lagos?

    Only Emirates operates flights between Dubai and Lagos.

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

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 57m, compared to 13h 36m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 13h 58m via Cairo (CAI).

  • What is the time difference between Dubai and Lagos?

    Lagos is 3 hours behind Dubai (West Africa Time vs Gulf Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

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

    • Emirates: 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 Dubai 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average £545, about £51 less than Saturday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 21% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dubai to Lagos trip for February. Fares historically average £471 return in that month – typically £171 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Casablanca Mohamed V Airport (CMN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £455 return on this route – about £223 less than direct flights (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

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Lagos Murtala Muhammed to Dubai Intl

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