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Cheapest return flight
£818
Typical prices: £798-£1,054
Ethiopian Air
Fri 9/2Sat 24/2
LOS - JFK • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
£1,102
Typical prices: £1,065-£1,122
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 2/12Sun 7/1
LOS - JFK • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 12h 15m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 9% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £855 (return)
Shortest trip • 14h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lagos to John F Kennedy Intl (LOS-JFK)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Lagos to John F Kennedy Intl

Tue, 9 Feb - Wed, 24 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:40 - 18:55LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
27h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
Ethiopian Air Logo
20:55 - 03:10JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
24h 15m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Addis Ababa Bole
£818Ethiopian Air
Sun, 20 Dec - Sun, 17 Jan
Turkish Airlines Logo
08:20 - 10:55LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 35m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:15 - 20:25JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
18h 10m1 stop Istanbul
£818Turkish Airlines
Sat, 19 Dec - Sun, 24 Jan
Turkish Airlines Logo
22:10 - 10:55LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
18h 45m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
00:20 - 20:25JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
38h 05m1 stop Istanbul
£819Turkish Airlines
Sat, 19 Dec - Sun, 24 Jan
Turkish Airlines Logo
22:10 - 10:55LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
18h 45m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:15 - 20:25JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
18h 10m1 stop Istanbul
£821Turkish Airlines
Mon, 8 Feb - Mon, 22 Feb
Qatar Airways Logo
09:15 - 15:00LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
35h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
21:00 - 07:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
28h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£827Qatar Airways
Sat, 19 Dec - Sun, 24 Jan
Turkish Airlines Logo
22:10 - 22:25LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
30h 15m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:50 - 20:25JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
25h 35m1 stop Istanbul
£829Turkish Airlines
Sat, 13 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
Qatar Airways Logo
09:15 - 15:00LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
35h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
21:00 - 07:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
28h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£839Qatar Airways
Wed, 14 Apr - Wed, 21 Apr
Qatar Airways Logo
15:05 - 08:50LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
22:00 - 13:35JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
34h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£848Qatar Airways
Sat, 13 Feb - Sat, 27 Feb
Qatar Airways Logo
09:15 - 15:00LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
35h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
21:00 - 07:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
28h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£851Qatar Airways
Mon, 1 Mar - Tue, 1 Jun
Qatar Airways Logo
09:15 - 15:00LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
35h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
11:20 - 13:35JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
21h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£857Qatar Airways
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Return flights from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport typically range from £798 to £1,054. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £818 on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport at £816 return.
•December (£989) and January (£987) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 21% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% 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 Lagos to John F Kennedy Intl

 
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.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on JFK

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, The Points Guy, and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Key details for Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£474
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 50% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

When to book flights from Lagos to John F Kennedy Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Lagos to John F Kennedy Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:40 and lands at 00:55
    • Latest: departs at 12:40 and lands at 00:55.

    The flight takes about 12h 15m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 12h 15m, covering 5,243 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    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 Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport range from £798 to £1,054, with an average of £894 over the past 12 months. Anything below £798 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the £894 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £855 return via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH), compared with £1,065 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    The Airbus A330-900neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Virgin Atlantic. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 £818 to £7,922. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £543.

  • Which car hire options are available at New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK)?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £54 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flights from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport usually depart from Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS) and arrive at New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Cairo (CAI) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £855 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £1,040, a difference of £185.

    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 Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Only Delta operates flights between Lagos and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flying via Abidjan Felix H. Boigny (ABJ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 25m, compared to 16h 31m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 17h 01m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Lagos and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 5 hours behind Lagos (Eastern Time vs West Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights:

    • Virgin Atlantic: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

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

    • Virgin Atlantic: 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 Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average £855, about £185 less than Tuesday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport trip for September. Fares historically average £816 return in that month – typically £172 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 Doha Hamad Intl Airport (DOH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £855 return on this route – about £210 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Lagos to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Lagos Murtala Muhammed to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

New York John F Kennedy Intl to Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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