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Cheapest return flight
£622
Typical prices: £580-£763
RwandAir
Mon 5/11Sat 10/11
NBO - LOS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£261
Typical prices: £301-£456
TAAG
Thu 15/11
NBO - LOS • 1 stop
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You can fly direct with Kenya Airways. Average duration is 5h 15m
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Cheapest • Avg £416 (return)
Shortest trip • 8h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Lagos (NBO-LOS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Nairobi to Lagos

Thu, 5 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
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05:30 - 13:15NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 45m1 stop Kigali Intl
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14:45 - 04:55LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
12h 10m2 stops Kigali Intl Entebbe
£622RwandAir
Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
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05:30 - 13:15NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 45m1 stop Kigali Intl
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14:45 - 04:55LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
12h 10m2 stops Kigali Intl Entebbe
£622RwandAir
Thu, 5 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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04:55 - 12:05NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:15 - 01:25LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
10h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£622Ethiopian Air
Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
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05:30 - 13:15NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 45m1 stop Kigali Intl
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14:45 - 04:55LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
12h 10m2 stops Kigali Intl Entebbe
£622RwandAir
Thu, 5 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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05:30 - 13:15NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 45m1 stop Kigali Intl
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14:45 - 04:55LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
12h 10m2 stops Kigali Intl Entebbe
£622RwandAir
Wed, 4 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
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17:25 - 03:10NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
11h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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21:40 - 13:10LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
13h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£649Ethiopian Air
Tue, 3 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
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04:55 - 12:05NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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21:40 - 13:10LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
13h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£649Ethiopian Air
Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
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05:30 - 13:15NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 45m1 stop Kigali Intl
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14:45 - 20:10LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
27h 25m1 stop Kigali Intl
£660RwandAir
Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
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05:30 - 13:15NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 45m1 stop Kigali Intl
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14:45 - 12:20LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19h 35m1 stop Kigali Intl
£660RwandAir
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
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05:30 - 13:15NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 45m1 stop Kigali Intl
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14:45 - 12:20LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19h 35m1 stop Kigali Intl
£660RwandAir
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos flights

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How much is a return flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos?

Return flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos typically range from £580 to £763. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £622 on RwandAir.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos at £505 return.
•December (£758) and August (£710) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 50% 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 Nairobi to Lagos

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

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on NBO

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

Key details for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

£261
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 56% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos

When to book flights from Nairobi to Lagos

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Your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport 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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos:

    • Earliest: departs at 08:15 and lands at 13:30
    • Latest: departs at 18:30 and lands at 23:45.

    The flight takes about 5h 15m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos.

  • How long is a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos?

    A direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos takes 5h 15m, covering 2,379 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport 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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos flight?

    Return flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos range from £580 to £763, with an average of £626 over the past 12 months. Anything below £580 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £416 return via Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ), compared with £757 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos?

    The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Kenya Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport 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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport 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 £622 to £1,628. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos looking right now?

    One-way fares from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £348, which is 9% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos?

    Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos usually depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and arrive at Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos pass through?

    One-stop flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Lome (LFW) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Kigali Intl (KGL) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) – 16% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £599 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £708, a difference of £108.

    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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos?

    Only Kenya Airways operates flights between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Lagos.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos?

    Flying via Entebbe (EBB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 8h 25m, compared to 9h 38m via Lome (LFW) and 12h 13m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • What is the time difference between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Lagos?

    Lagos is 2 hours behind Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (West Africa Time vs Eastern Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos flights?

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

    • Kenya Airways: 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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average £599, about £108 less than Wednesday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Lagos trip for November. Fares historically average £505 return in that month – typically £253 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 Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Airport (NBJ) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £416 return on this route – about £341 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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