Traveling from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): what you need to know
A direct flight from Kigali International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport takes an average of 4 hours 30 minutes. The timezone in Lagos is UTC+1, which makes it 1 hour behind Kigali.
Take your pick of 5 weekly flights from Kigali International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. The 09:10 departure with RwandAir is the earliest available from KGL to LOS. RwandAir operates the latest service of the day at 15:00 if you're not into early starts.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
RwandAir runs direct flights from Kigali International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to check out the sights in Lagos — plus maybe even more of Nigeria if you have time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Kigali International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between KGL and LOS include:
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from KGL to LOS, check if you need a visa to enter Nigeria. Travel document and visa requirements can vary and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're traveling to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
C$345 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Kigali International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Return flights start from C$663. These prices may change depending on availability.
Book 9 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from KGL to LOS.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Kigali International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Located around 11 kilometres from the center of Kigali, Kigali International Airport can be reached in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 55 minutes.
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Arriving at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kigali International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LOS instead:
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Murtala Muhammed International Airport to central Lagos takes about 29 minutes in a car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Kigali International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Lagos in February.
When booking your flight from Kigali International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Lagos, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
August sees average temperatures of between 23ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from KGL to LOS sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Lagos
Start your Lagos trip right by finding a fantastic stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from KGL to LOS, have a look at our accommodation options including:
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Complete your Lagos trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Murtala Muhammed International Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Lagos.