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Cheapest return flight
£837
Typical prices: £825-£1,145
Lufthansa
Tue 20/11Thu 31/5
LOS - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£1,218
Typical prices: £996-£1,159
United Airlines
Tue 13/11Thu 29/11
LOS - IAD • Direct
Direct flights
5 days a week
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 12h 05m
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When to book
7 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 23% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg £648 (return)
Lome (LFW)
Shortest trip • 15h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. (LOS-IAD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Lagos to Washington, D.C.

Fri, 20 Nov - Tue, 1 Jun
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23:55 - 20:05LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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15:25 - 17:15IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
20h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£837Lufthansa
Sat, 21 Nov - Mon, 1 Feb
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09:15 - 15:55LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
36h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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20:05 - 07:45IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
29h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£839Qatar Airways
Wed, 20 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan
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09:15 - 15:55LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
36h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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20:05 - 07:45IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
29h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£842Qatar Airways
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 29 Jan
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09:15 - 15:55LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
36h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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20:05 - 07:45IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
29h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£842Qatar Airways
Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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13:15 - 08:00LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 12:05IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
20h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£845Ethiopian Air
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 30 Jan
Qatar Airways Logo
09:15 - 15:55LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
36h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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20:05 - 07:45IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
29h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£851Qatar Airways
Wed, 20 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan
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09:15 - 15:55LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
36h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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20:05 - 07:45IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
29h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£854Qatar Airways
Sat, 21 Nov - Fri, 29 Jan
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09:15 - 15:55LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
36h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
20:05 - 07:45IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
29h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£854Qatar Airways
Tue, 17 Nov - Mon, 1 Feb
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09:15 - 15:55LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
36h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
20:05 - 07:45IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
29h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£857Qatar Airways
Tue, 17 Nov - Sat, 30 Jan
Qatar Airways Logo
09:15 - 15:55LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
36h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
20:05 - 07:45IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
29h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£869Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Return flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport typically range from £825 to £1,145. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £837 on Lufthansa.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. It's 8% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport at £750 return.
•November (£1,106) and August (£1,049) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 47% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are cheapest 7 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.

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Expert advice for your flight from Lagos to Washington, D.C.

 
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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.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on IAD

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Key details for Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

£611
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 54% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

When to book flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C.

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Your Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 23:50 and lands at 11:55
    • Latest: departs at 23:50 and lands at 11:55.

    The flight takes about 12h 05m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport takes 12h 05m, covering 5,434 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport range from £825 to £1,145, with an average of £970 over the past 12 months. Anything below £825 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the £970 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £648 return via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared with £1,159 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787 Dreamliner variants.

  • How are flight departures from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 £837 to £6,785. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £1,194, which is 99% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD)?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £52 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport usually depart from Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £902 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £1,049, a difference of £148.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Lagos and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flying via Lome (LFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 08m, compared to 17h 49m via Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) and 19h 55m via Cairo (CAI).

  • What is the time difference between Lagos and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are Charles Sumner School Museum and Archives, Capital One Arena, and Grand Hyatt Washington. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights:

    • United Airlines: 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

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

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Brussels Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Premium 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average £902, about £148 less than Sunday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average £750 return in that month – typically £355 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £648 return on this route – about £511 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Lagos to Washington, D.C.?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Lagos Murtala Muhammed to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Monday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

United Airlines

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

United Airlines

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