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Cheapest round-trip
$531
Typical prices: $564-$821
TAAG
Sun 10/14Sat 10/20
LOS - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,064
Typical prices: $963-$1,176
South African
Sun 10/21Sun 10/28
LOS - JNB • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
4 days a week
You can fly direct with South African. Average duration is 5h 55m
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Avoid delays
South African
Most punctual • 91% on-time
Night
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 19% price drop
November
Most popular
Good to know
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Top layover airports
Luanda 4 de Fevereiro (LAD)
Cheapest • Avg $532 (round-trip)
Libreville (LBV)
Shortest trip • 7h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lagos to Johannesburg (LOS-JNB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lagos to Johannesburg

Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
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4:00 pm - 2:40 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 40m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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5:45 am - 2:45 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
10h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
$531TAAG
Sun, Oct 25 - Mon, Nov 16
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4:00 pm - 2:40 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 40m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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4:40 pm - 2:45 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
23h 05m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
$531TAAG
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Nov 30
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2:00 am - 12:45 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
9h 45m1 stop Entebbe
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5:45 am - 2:45 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
10h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
$621Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
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10:25 pm - 11:45 amLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 20m1 stop Entebbe
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5:45 am - 2:45 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
10h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
$625Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Sat, Jan 2
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12:30 pm - 3:50 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 20m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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5:00 pm - 11:30 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
19h 30m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$696Kenya Airways
Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Oct 31
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12:30 pm - 3:50 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 20m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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1:35 am - 11:30 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
10h 55m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$696Kenya Airways
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
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9:40 pm - 1:30 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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2:30 pm - 3:10 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
13h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$762Ethiopian Air
Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 27
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2:45 pm - 2:20 amLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 35m1 stop Kigali Intl
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3:10 am - 1:15 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
11h 05m1 stop Kigali Intl
$790RwandAir
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 1
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5:40 am - 8:10 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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11:00 pm - 12:05 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
14h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$943Ethiopian Air
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
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2:45 pm - 3:35 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 50m2 stops Kigali Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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1:45 pm - 1:15 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
24h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Kigali Intl
$1,006RwandAir
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Round-trip flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically range from $564 to $821. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $531, on TAAG.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at $542 round-trip.
•January ($789) and December ($775) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 45% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% 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 Johannesburg

 
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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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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on JNB

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Key details for Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$299
Beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 33% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Lagos to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Lagos to Johannesburg based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:00 pm and lands at 3:55 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:00 pm and lands at 3:55 am.

    The flight takes about 5h 55m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 5h 55m, covering 2,808 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from $564 to $821, with an average of $671 over the past 12 months. Anything below $564 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the $671 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $532 round-trip via Luanda 4 de Fevereiro (LAD), compared to $1,068 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    South African is the only airline operating Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights. 91% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The Airbus A330-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by South African. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A340-300 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $577, which is 21% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $7 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport route, 9% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 47m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Kigali Intl (KGL) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Entebbe (EBB) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $633 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $707, a difference of $74.

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

  • What airlines fly from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Only South African operates flights between Lagos and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Libreville (LBV) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 36m, compared with 10h 43m via Dar Es Salaam (DAR) and 11h 45m via Entebbe (EBB).

  • What is the time difference between Lagos and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 1 hour ahead of Lagos (South Africa Time vs West Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Sandton Convention Centre, Nelson Mandela Square and Gold Reef City. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

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

    • South African: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $633, about $74 less than Friday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 38% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for May. Fares historically average $542 round-trip in that month - typically $247 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Luanda 4 de Fevereiro Airport (LAD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $532 round-trip on this route - about $536 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

Prefer to fly direct from Lagos to Johannesburg?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Lagos Murtala Muhammed to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wednesday

South African

South African

Thursday

South African

South African

Friday

South African

South African

Sunday

South African

South African

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Direct returns

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wednesday

South African

South African

Thursday

South African

South African

Friday

South African

South African

Sunday

South African

South African

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