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 New York and takes around 13h 45m.

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 New York and takes around 13h 45m.

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 (7,972 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,511 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,944 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,460 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,348 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,936 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,683 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,572 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,999 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (405 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,433 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,000 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (307 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (209 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (426 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (685 reviews)
Royal Air Maroc
Good (599 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 $61 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $158 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, 935 reviews)
$244+
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Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 833 reviews)
$226+
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Eko Hotels & Suites
5 stars
Excellent (8, 887 reviews)
$185+
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Parkview Astoria Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.7, 423 reviews)
$75+
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Four Points by Sheraton Lagos
4 stars
Good (7.1, 475 reviews)
$197+
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Ibis Lagos Ikeja
3 stars
Good (6.4, 742 reviews)
$67+
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Renting a car in Lagos

Renting a car in Lagos costs $125 per day, on average, or $749 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 9% cheaper than airport locations in Lagos.

The most frequently booked car type in Lagos is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Lagos costs $125 per day, on average, or $749 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 9% cheaper than airport locations in Lagos.

The most frequently booked car type in Lagos is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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