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Cheapest round-trip
$982
Typical prices: $1,098-$1,490
Air Canada
Sun 10/28Sun 11/4
LOS - DCA • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$1,596
Typical prices: $1,295-$1,546
Ethiopian Air, Austrian Airlines
Thu 10/11Thu 10/18
LOS - IAD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
4 days a week
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 11h 43m
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LOS - IAD
Cheapest • 2% average savings
LOS - DCA
Most popular
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When to book
7 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 19% price drop
July
Most popular
Good to know
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Top layover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $1,068 (round-trip)
Lome (LFW)
Shortest trip • 15h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. (LOS-WAS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lagos to Washington, D.C.

Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
Air Canada Logo
11:55 pm - 9:59 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
27h 04m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
11:05 am - 5:50 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
24h 45m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Frankfurt am Main
$982Air Canada
Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 18
Air Canada Logo
11:55 pm - 3:24 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
21h 29m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
6:59 am - 5:50 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
28h 51m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
$986Air Canada
Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 18
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:15 pm - 8:00 amLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 am - 12:05 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
20h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$1,021Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:15 pm - 9:00 amLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 am - 12:05 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
20h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$1,021Ethiopian Air
Tue, Dec 15 - Fri, Jan 15
Royal Air Maroc Logo
7:05 pm - 7:05 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
30h 00m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
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9:05 pm - 6:05 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
15h 00m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$1,044Royal Air Maroc
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
Royal Air Maroc Logo
6:45 am - 7:05 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
18h 20m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
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9:05 pm - 6:05 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
15h 00m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$1,048Royal Air Maroc
Sun, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 1
Qatar Airways Logo
3:30 pm - 3:55 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
30h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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8:05 pm - 7:45 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
29h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,050Qatar Airways
Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18
Qatar Airways Logo
2:45 pm - 3:40 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
29h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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9:00 pm - 7:25 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
29h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,050Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 29
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:10 pm - 12:45 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
19h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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9:20 pm - 8:25 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
41h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$1,102Turkish Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 30
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:10 pm - 12:45 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
19h 35m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 8:25 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
24h 55m1 stop Istanbul
$1,107Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lagos to Washington, D.C. flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Lagos to Washington, D.C.?

Round-trip flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. start at $982. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,098 to $1,490. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $982 on Air Canada.

What is the cheapest Lagos to Washington, D.C. flight route?

There's little price difference between Lagos to Washington, D.C. routes. They average around $1,314 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lagos to Washington, D.C.?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lagos to Washington, D.C., it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Washington, D.C.?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Washington, D.C. at $1,051 round-trip.
  • November ($1,444) and August ($1,413) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 37% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Lagos to Washington, D.C. the cheapest?

Flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% 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 Washington, D.C.

 
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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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Stefanie Waldek

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Key details for Lagos to Washington, D.C. flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$599
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Lagos to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

When to book flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Lagos to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Lagos to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Among airlines operating Lagos to Washington, D.C. flights:

    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Lagos to Washington, D.C.?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Lagos and Washington, D.C..

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Lagos to Washington, D.C.?

    Flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS) and may arrive at several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Lagos to Washington, D.C. flights?

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

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Brussels Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Premium Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C.?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C.:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Lagos to Washington, D.C.?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $1,068 round-trip via Istanbul (IST), compared to $1,513 for nonstop.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. pass through?

    One-stop flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 11% of one-stop connections

    Frankfurt am Main (FRA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C.?

    On the Lagos to Washington, D.C. route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 13%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $1,203 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,382: a $179 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Lagos to Washington, D.C. spread across the day?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C.?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C.?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Lagos to Washington, D.C.:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:50 pm and lands at 11:33 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:55 pm and lands at 11:38 am.

    The flight takes about 11h 43m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Lagos to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 10% above the route average of $1,295. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Lagos to Washington, D.C.?

    A nonstop flight from Lagos to Washington, D.C. takes 11h 43m, covering 5,412 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lagos to Washington, D.C.?

    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 are flight prices from Lagos to Washington, D.C. looking right now?

    One-way fares from Lagos to Washington, D.C. are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $886.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Lagos to Washington, D.C.?

    Flying via Lome (LFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 05m, compared with 18h 55m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 18h 57m via Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN).

  • What is the time difference between Lagos and Washington, D.C.?

    Washington, D.C. is 5 hours behind Lagos (Eastern Time vs West Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available in Washington, D.C.?

    Since Washington, D.C. is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) — daily rates from around $23:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Budget

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) — daily rates from around $24:

    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Lagos to Washington, D.C. flight?

    Round-trip flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C. range from $1,098 to $1,490, with an average of $1,295 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,098 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Lagos to Washington, D.C. flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,203 - about $179 less than Sunday (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lagos to Washington, D.C. trip for February. Fares historically average $1,051 round-trip in that month - typically $393 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Istanbul Airport (IST) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $1,068 round-trip on this route - about $445 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.
    - Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    - Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    - Pendry Washington DC - The Wharf

Prefer to fly direct from Lagos to Washington, D.C.?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport to Washington, D.C., which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Lagos Murtala Muhammed to Washington, D.C.

Monday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

United Airlines

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

United Airlines

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