Question 1

How long is the flight from Lagos to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Lagos to Johannesburg typically takes around 6 hours. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 21 hours 40 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from Lagos to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are nonstop flights from Lagos to Johannesburg, although not necessarily every day. On average, around 4 to 5 flights per week are available. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, you will have an easier time finding a suitable nonstop connection.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Lagos to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Lagos to Johannesburg are operated by, among others, Air Cote d'Ivoire and South African Airways. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with RwandAir (via Kigali), Emirates (via Dubai) and Kenya Airways (via Nairobi). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there nonstop flights from Lagos to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from Lagos to Johannesburg operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Lagos to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Lagos to Johannesburg, there is less than one flight per day on average. The exact number can vary by day of the week and season. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Lagos to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Lagos to Johannesburg, there are around 4 to 5 flights per week. The number of flights can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Lagos to Johannesburg depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from Lagos to Johannesburg usually departs at 7:40 PM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Johannesburg.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Lagos to Johannesburg depart?

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from Lagos to Johannesburg usually departs at 10:00 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Best option Lagos Johannesburg	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (EBB) UR0900, UR0710 16h 30min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (NBJ) DT0576, DT0564 10h 00min	Uganda Airlines		$632
Lagos Johannesburg	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (EBB) UR0900, UR0710 16h 30min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (NBJ) DT0576, DT0564 10h 00min	Uganda Airlines		$636
Lagos Johannesburg	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (EBB) UR0900, UR0710 16h 30min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (NBJ) DT0576, DT0564 10h 00min	Uganda Airlines		$663
Lagos Johannesburg	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (EBB) UR0900, UR0710 16h 30min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (LAD) DT0576, DT0564 10h 00min	Uganda Airlines		$686
Lagos Johannesburg	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (NBO) KQ0535, KQ0760 11h 10min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (NBO) KQ0763, KQ0532 19h 30min	Kenya Airways		$717
Lagos Johannesburg	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (NBO) KQ0535, KQ0760 11h 10min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (NBO) KQ0761, KQ0534 10h 35min	Kenya Airways	?	$737
Lagos Johannesburg	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (NBO) KQ0535, KQ0764 24h 30min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (NBO) KQ0763, KQ0532 19h 30min	Kenya Airways		$744
Lagos Johannesburg	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (DXB) EK0784, EK0761 39h 35min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (DXB) EK0766, EK0783 18h 15min	Emirates Airline		$1,411
Lagos Johannesburg	Outbound 08/20/26 3 Stopovers (DXB, NBO, NBJ) EK0784, EK0719, DT0591, DT0577 44h 00min	Return 08/25/26 3 Stopovers (DOH, MAD, CMN) QR1366, QR0149, AT0971, AT0555 40h 45min	Emirates Airline, TAAG	?	$2,247

Roundtrip from	$631.83
Flight duration	min. 05:45
Return flight duration	min. 06:05
Distance	4529 km
Flights per week	8
Departure airport	Airport Lagos-Murtala Muhammed (LOS)
Departure country	Flights from Nigeria
Arrival airport	Airport Johannesburg-Johannesburg Inernational (JNB)
Destination country	Flights to South Africa
Departure country - Arrival airport	Nigeria - Johannesburg-Johannesburg Inernational
Departure airport - Destination country	Lagos-Murtala Muhammed - South Africa

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