Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Lagos?

Flights from Des Moines to Lagos usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Lagos?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Lagos.

Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Lagos pass through?

Most connecting flights from Des Moines to Lagos pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Lagos?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Des Moines to Lagos. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,483 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,195, a difference of $712. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Des Moines to Lagos?

A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Lagos takes 00m, covering 6,271 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines 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.

Have flight prices from Des Moines to Lagos changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,177 to $9,911. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Lagos?

Lagos is 6 hours ahead of Des Moines (West Africa Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Lagos flight?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Lagos range from $1,592 to $2,378, with an average of $1,938 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,592 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Lagos?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Lagos typically range from $1,592 to $2,378. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,177, on Qatar Airways.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Des Moines to Lagos?

Qatar Airways ($1,177) and United Airlines ($1,463) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Lagos according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Lagos?

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $2,175. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Des Moines to Lagos which airport offers the shortest layover?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to Lagos layovers at 11h 09m over the past 3 months.

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$1,177

Typical prices: $1,592-$2,378

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Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 22

2:01 pm - 7:25 amDSM Des Moines-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

35h 24m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

2:45 pm - 12:14 amLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DSM Des Moines

39h 29m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,177Qatar Airways

Mon, Oct 12 - Wed, Oct 21

7:29 am - 7:25 amDSM Des Moines-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

41h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

2:45 pm - 12:14 amLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DSM Des Moines

39h 29m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,181Qatar Airways

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14

1:58 pm - 2:00 pmDSM Des Moines-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

41h 02m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

9:15 am - 12:26 amLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DSM Des Moines

46h 11m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,292Qatar Airways

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14

7:23 am - 7:45 amDSM Des Moines-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

41h 22m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

9:15 am - 12:26 amLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DSM Des Moines

46h 11m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,400Qatar Airways

Fri, Oct 9 - Thu, Oct 22

7:42 pm - 7:25 amDSM Des Moines-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

53h 43m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

2:45 pm - 12:14 amLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DSM Des Moines

39h 29m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,415Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12

8:00 am - 2:25 pmDSM Des Moines-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

24h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

11:55 pm - 5:48 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DSM Des Moines

23h 53m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,463United Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 22

5:35 am - 9:45 amDSM Des Moines-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

22h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:45 am - 10:33 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DSM Des Moines

16h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,483Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Oct 12 - Wed, Oct 21

5:35 am - 9:45 amDSM Des Moines-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

22h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:45 am - 10:33 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DSM Des Moines

16h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,488Delta

Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 22

5:35 am - 9:45 amDSM Des Moines-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

22h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:45 am - 9:42 amLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DSM Des Moines

27h 57m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,493Delta

Fri, Oct 9 - Thu, Oct 22

10:57 am - 8:05 pmDSM Des Moines-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

27h 08m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol

11:45 am - 2:09 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DSM Des Moines

32h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,534Delta

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Lagos? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Des Moines to Lagos departing in october.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Lagos?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Lagos.
How long is a flight from Des Moines to Lagos?
A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Lagos takes 00m, covering 6,271 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines 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 Des Moines to Lagos flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Lagos range from $1,592 to $2,378, with an average of $1,938 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,592 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Des Moines to Lagos changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,177 to $9,911. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.
Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Lagos?
Flights from Des Moines to Lagos usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS).
Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Lagos pass through?
Most connecting flights from Des Moines to Lagos pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Lagos?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Des Moines to Lagos. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,483 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,195, a difference of $712.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Lagos?
Lagos is 6 hours ahead of Des Moines (West Africa Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,483, about $712 less than Monday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Lagos trip for February. Fares historically average $1,343 round-trip in that month - typically $1,665 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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.

• The Safron Hotel Ikeja
• Lagos Marriott Hotel Ikeja
• Legend Hotel Lagos Airport, Curio Collection by Hilton

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