Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Lagos travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lagos

With 9.00 million inhabitants, Lagos is the most populous city in Nigeria. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lagos has to offer.

When to visit Lagos

Lagos in January
Estimated package price
$122
2 travelers
Flight to Lagos
3 nights at hotel
Lagos in January
Estimated package price
$122
2 travelers
Flight to Lagos
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lagos in February, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 75.2 °F, with an average temperature of 77 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 12.4″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Lagos, with an average rainfall of 0.5″.

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How to Get to Lagos

Plane

When flying to Lagos, you’ll arrive at Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Lagos include Delta, Virgin Atlantic and United Airlines. The shortest flight to Lagos from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 18h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Lagos is to pick up a car rental from Ikeja, which is about 6 miles from Lagos. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Avis, among others, in Ikeja.

Bus

Lagos’s bus station is located 5 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Lagos, you’ll arrive at Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Lagos include Delta, Virgin Atlantic and United Airlines. The shortest flight to Lagos from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 18h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Lagos is to pick up a car rental from Ikeja, which is about 6 miles from Lagos. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Avis, among others, in Ikeja.

Bus

Lagos’s bus station is located 5 miles from the city center.

Airports near Lagos

LOSLagos Murtala Muhammed
IBAIbadan

Airlines serving Lagos

Lufthansa
Good (8,004 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,982 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,453 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,370 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,946 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,586 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,730 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,724 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,054 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,396 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (408 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,439 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (999 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (307 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (211 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (427 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (688 reviews)
Royal Air Maroc
Good (607 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lagos

From 5-star hotels such as the Legend Hotel Lagos Airport, Curio Collection by Hilton to great affordable options like the Msquare Hotel Gra, Lagos offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $60 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $160 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lagos

Most booked hotels in Lagos

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Lagos Continental Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 936 reviews)
$251+
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Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 831 reviews)
$228+
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Eko Hotel Suites
5 stars
Excellent (8, 887 reviews)
$185+
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Parkview Astoria Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.7, 423 reviews)
$45+
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Four Points by Sheraton Lagos
4 stars
Good (7.1, 475 reviews)
$195+
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Ibis Lagos Ikeja
3 stars
Good (6.4, 742 reviews)
$86+
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Renting a car in Lagos

Renting a car in Lagos costs $122 per day, on average, or $729 if you want to rent if for 6 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 30% cheaper than airport locations in Lagos.

Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lagos, while also 46% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Lagos costs $122 per day, on average, or $729 if you want to rent if for 6 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 30% cheaper than airport locations in Lagos.

Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lagos, while also 46% cheaper than other types, on average.

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