Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is 10 hours.
The timezone in Lagos is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of New York.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JFK to LOS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Delta Air Lines is your gateway to discovering Lagos (and perhaps some other great corners of Nigeria!). Browse the direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Delta Air Lines on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for JFK to LOS flights is Delta Air Lines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between JFK and LOS:
Mohamed V International Airport
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
C$630 is currently the best price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight. A return flight starts at C$973. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from JFK to LOS.
May is the cheapest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from JFK to LOS.
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Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, 74.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to JFK? If you've booked an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a John F. Kennedy International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LOS instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis and explore beyond Lagos's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Murtala Muhammed International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Murtala Muhammed International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Lagos. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
June is the busiest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Lagos in February.
When booking your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Lagos, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from JFK to LOS in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nigeria
Ibadan is just one of the many places in Nigeria waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Lagos. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Agodi Gardens, Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower.
Port Harcourt is another essential stop in Nigeria and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos. No trip is complete without a visit to Port Harcourt Zoo, Bori Camp Central Mosque and Garden City Amusement Park.