Travelling from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to Lagos Airport (LOS): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Lagos Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 25 minutes.
Lagos's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Lagos two hours behind Addis Ababa.
Each week, there are 14 Addis Ababa Airport to Lagos Airport flights. To jet off as soon as possible, pick the 09:00 Ethiopian Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 09:00 with Ethiopian Airlines.
To ensure you get on your ADD to LOS flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Ethiopian Airlines is your ticket to exploring Lagos (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Nigeria!). Browse the direct flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Lagos Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Ethiopian Airlines on this route.
Among carriers operating ADD to LOS flights, Ethiopian Airlines leads the way for on-time arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Addis Ababa Airport to Lagos Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between ADD and LOS:
Cairo Airport
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to Lagos Airport (LOS)
At the moment, C$554 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Addis Ababa Airport to Lagos Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$1,234. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from ADD to LOS by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organize your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Lagos Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from ADD to LOS.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Lagos Airport.
Handy information about Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Addis Ababa Airport, data shows 60% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Addis Ababa Airport from central Addis Ababa, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near ADD? If you're catching an early flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Lagos Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Lagos Airport (LOS)
Reserve a hotel close to LOS if you're on a late Addis Ababa Airport to Lagos Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Lagos Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lagos and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Lagos Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Lagos Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Lagos Airport to central Lagos has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Lagos Airport (LOS)
October is the busiest month for flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Lagos Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Lagos in March.
Before locking in your flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Lagos Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Lagos, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ADD to LOS in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nigeria
You've done Lagos, now it's time to explore other parts of Nigeria. Journey about 113 kilometres north-east to Ibadan to tick off its top attractions. From Oyo State Cultural Centre to Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos, Port Harcourt is another favourite stop in Nigeria. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral, Diobu, Port Harcourt, Sand City Beach and Delight Zone Amusement Park.