Which airports can I use when flying from Richmond to Lagos?

Flights from Richmond to Lagos usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS).

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Richmond to Lagos.

Which airports do connecting flights from Richmond to Lagos pass through?

One-stop flights from Richmond to Lagos most commonly connect through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 94% of one-stop connections • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 4% of one-stop connections • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Richmond to Lagos. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,409 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,081, a difference of $672. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Richmond to Lagos?

A nonstop flight from Richmond to Lagos takes 00m, covering 5,426 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond 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 Richmond 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 $1,155 to $10,560. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Richmond to Lagos?

Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 07m, compared with 16h 10m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 26h 03m via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

What is the time difference between Richmond and Lagos?

Lagos is 5 hours ahead of Richmond (West Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Lagos range from $1,409 to $1,938, with an average of $1,518 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,409 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Lagos?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Lagos. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 37% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Richmond to Lagos?

Qatar Airways ($1,472) and Delta ($1,732) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Richmond to Lagos according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Richmond to Lagos?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the Richmond to Lagos route. 94% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ATL.

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

Flights via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,651. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) had the shortest average connection time for Richmond to Lagos layovers at 8h over the past 3 months.

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Cheapest • Avg $1,651 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 16h 10m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Lagos

Mon, Jan 18 - Fri, Feb 5

10:50 am - 8:25 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

27h 35m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Istanbul

10:10 pm - 10:00 amLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

41h 50m2 stops Istanbul Boston Logan Intl

$1,155Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 30

10:50 am - 8:25 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

27h 35m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Istanbul

10:10 pm - 10:00 amLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

41h 50m2 stops Istanbul Boston Logan Intl

$1,180Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

5:45 am - 2:00 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

50h 15m2 stops Miami Doha Hamad Intl

3:30 pm - 10:17 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

36h 47m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,472Qatar Airways

Sun, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 24

7:18 pm - 7:25 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

31h 07m2 stops Miami Doha Hamad Intl

8:55 am - 11:57 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

44h 02m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Miami

$1,551Qatar Airways

Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 30

5:20 am - 9:00 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

21h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:10 am - 9:28 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

16h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,732Delta

Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 30

6:28 am - 10:30 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

22h 02m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl

11:10 am - 9:28 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

16h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,736Delta

Mon, Jan 18 - Fri, Feb 5

12:50 pm - 9:00 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

14h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:10 am - 12:26 amLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

19h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,758Delta

Sun, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 24

9:45 am - 9:45 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

19h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:45 am - 12:12 amLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

17h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,895Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29

12:33 pm - 10:30 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

15h 57m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

12:40 pm - 11:48 amLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

29h 08m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

$2,411Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29

12:33 pm - 10:30 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

15h 57m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

12:40 pm - 11:48 amLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

29h 08m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

$2,721Virgin Atlantic

Recent last minute flight deals from Richmond to Lagos

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

7:20 am - 7:15 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

41h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

3:30 pm - 7:42 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

34h 12m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,565Qatar Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

7:20 am - 7:15 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

41h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

3:30 pm - 7:42 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

34h 12m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,604Qatar Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

6:00 am - 7:15 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

43h 15m2 stops Miami Doha Hamad Intl

3:30 pm - 10:17 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

36h 47m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,819Qatar Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

4:30 pm - 7:15 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

32h 45m2 stops Philadelphia Doha Hamad Intl

3:30 pm - 10:17 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

36h 47m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,865Qatar Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

6:15 am - 10:40 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

22h 25m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

11:50 pm - 9:36 amLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

15h 46m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,880United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

10:44 am - 10:40 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

17h 56m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

11:50 pm - 9:49 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

27h 59m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,884United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

6:10 am - 10:40 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

22h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

11:50 pm - 1:44 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

19h 54m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,884United Airlines

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Lagos?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Lagos. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 37% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Richmond to Lagos?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Richmond to Lagos.
How long is a flight from Richmond to Lagos?
A nonstop flight from Richmond to Lagos takes 00m, covering 5,426 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond 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 Richmond to Lagos flight?
Round-trip flights from Richmond to Lagos range from $1,409 to $1,938, with an average of $1,518 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,409 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Richmond 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 $1,155 to $10,560. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.
Which airports can I use when flying from Richmond to Lagos?
Flights from Richmond to Lagos usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS).
Which airports do connecting flights from Richmond to Lagos pass through?
One-stop flights from Richmond to Lagos most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 94% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 4% of one-stop connections
• New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 2% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Richmond to Lagos?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Richmond to Lagos. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,409 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,081, a difference of $672.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Richmond to Lagos?
Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 07m, compared with 16h 10m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 26h 03m via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).
What is the time difference between Richmond and Lagos?
Lagos is 5 hours ahead of Richmond (West Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $1,409, about $672 less than Friday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to Lagos trip for October. Fares historically average $1,381 round-trip in that month - typically $777 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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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