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      Washington, D.C..C$1,344 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 8, returning Fri, Oct 17.Round-trip flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departing from Lagos on Wed, Oct 8, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departing from Washington Dulles on Fri, Oct 17, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,344, select.
      Washington, D.C..C$1,388 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 20, returning Thu, Jan 15.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Lagos on Thu, Nov 20, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Washington Dulles on Thu, Jan 15, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,388, select.
      Washington, D.C..C$1,398 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 7, returning Mon, Jul 14.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Lagos on Mon, Jul 7, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Washington Dulles on Mon, Jul 14, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,398, select.
      Washington, D.C..C$1,405 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 11, returning Wed, Oct 15.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Lagos on Thu, Sep 11, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Washington Dulles on Wed, Oct 15, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,405, select.
      Washington, D.C..C$1,414 per passenger.Departing Fri, Sep 12, returning Thu, Sep 18.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Lagos on Fri, Sep 12, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Washington Dulles on Thu, Sep 18, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,414, select.
      Washington, D.C..C$1,446 per passenger.Departing Mon, Sep 1, returning Wed, Nov 26.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Lagos on Mon, Sep 1, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Washington Dulles on Wed, Nov 26, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,446, select.
      Washington, D.C..C$1,446 per passenger.Departing Fri, Dec 12, returning Sat, Jan 3.Round-trip flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departing from Lagos on Fri, Dec 12, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departing from Washington Dulles on Sat, Jan 3, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,446, select.
      Washington, D.C..C$1,546 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 15, returning Wed, Nov 5.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from Lagos on Wed, Oct 15, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, Nov 5, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,546, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Washington, D.C.

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lagos to Washington, D.C. flights are currently cheapest in October.
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      Direct flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C.

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      Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Lagos to Washington, D.C.? You could fly into the following airports instead.

      Lagos to Washington, D.C.: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundC$1,344
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time11 hrs, 39 mins
      Most popular airlineUnited
      Average flights per week5

      Finding cheap flights from Lagos to Washington, D.C.: Frequently asked questions

      There are 5 airports in Washington, D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
      The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Lagos to Washington, D.C. is C$1,344. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      11 hours and 39 minutes is the average flight time from Lagos to Washington, D.C..
      United flies direct from Lagos to Washington, D.C..
      There are 5 flights per week flying from Lagos to Washington, D.C., as of July 2025.
      The cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Washington, D.C. is usually October.
      If you're flying from Lagos Airport, the cheapest airport near Washington, D.C. is Washington Dulles – which is 36.5 km away from the center of Washington, D.C.. We've found flights to this airport from C$1,344.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lagos Airport to Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, October 8, 2025.
      Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 39 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington, D.C. but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington, D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
      In July, the average temperature is usually around 25°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington, D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
      Currently, Royal Air Maroc and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Washington, D.C..

      Travelling from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Washington DC: what you need to know

      • Murtala Muhammed International Airport is located in Lagos. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Washington DC is five hours behind Lagos.

      • With five weekly flights between the two airports, Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the busiest route. Board United Airlines's 23:50 flight to get your journey from LOS to IAD underway.

      • To avoid rushing for your LOS to Washington DC flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

      • Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

      • You can book a direct Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Washington DC ticket. Start your trip at LOS and end it at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

      • Book your favourite seat with United Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Washington DC.

      • We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from LOS to Washington DC with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

        • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

        • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

        • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

      • Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Lagos, LOS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

      • Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near LOS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Washington DC or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:

      • 64.68% of flights that leave from Murtala Muhammed International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Washington DC

      • C$829 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Washington DC flight. A return flight ticket starts from C$1,344. These prices can change depending on availability.

      • Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LOS to Washington DC.

      • May is the best month for landing an awesome deal on Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Washington DC tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

      • Locking in a cheap flight from LOS to Washington DC couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.

      • Save on your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Washington DC with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

      Airports in Washington DC

      Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

      • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.

      • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.

      • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Washington DC. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:

      • Follow your own route with a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and discover more of Washington DC and beyond.

      • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport about four weeks before your flight from LOS to Washington DC.

      • The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.

      Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

      • The centre of Washington DC is around 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Once your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Washington DC has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 50 minutes.

      • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 10 minutes or so.

      • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near IAD. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your LOS to Washington DC flight:

      • No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and make a speedy getaway.

      • Get the lowest price by booking your ride from IAD one week in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.

      • You'll find Washington Dulles International Airport at 1 Saarinen Circle.

      Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

      • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is around 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. It takes about 50 minutes to get to the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Washington DC.

      • The journey will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

      • Check in to a hotel close to BWI and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late LOS to Washington DC flight or just want an easier arrival, these stays are all about convenience:

      • Be in control of the next part of your trip with a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are some companies you can book with.

      • Around two weeks ahead of your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Washington DC is a good time to secure your ride from BWI. You're likely to snag a better deal or even pick up some early bird discounts.

      Best time to go to Washington DC

      • Visit Washington DC during high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Washington DC in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

      • When booking your Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Washington DC flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

      • January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from LOS to Washington DC around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

      More about Washington DC

      Explore more of United States

      • You've done Washington DC, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey about 322 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its leading sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

      • If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in United States, head for Philadelphia, about 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.

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