Question 1

How long is the flight from Lagos to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Lagos to Nairobi typically takes around 5 hours 20 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 12 hours 10 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from Lagos to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are nonstop flights from Lagos to Nairobi, although not necessarily every day. On average, around 8 to 9 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 Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Lagos to Nairobi are operated by, among others, Kenya Airways. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with Emirates (via Dubai), RwandAir (via Kigali) and Egyptair (via Cairo). 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 Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from Lagos to Nairobi operate daily. 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 Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Lagos to Nairobi, there are on average around 1 to 2 flights per day. The number of flights can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

On the route from Lagos to Nairobi, there are around 8 to 9 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 Nairobi depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from Lagos to Nairobi usually departs at 12:25 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 Nairobi.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Lagos to Nairobi depart?

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from Lagos to Nairobi usually departs at 10:45 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.

Question 9

Which airline is most commonly chosen for flights from Lagos to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

For flights from Lagos to Nairobi, offers from Kenya Airways, TAAG and ASKY Airlines are chosen most frequently. This reflects which airlines have been particularly popular with users on this route over the past year. Whether an airline works for you also depends on price, flight times, baggage and possible stopovers.

Question 10

In which months do idealo users most frequently search for flights from Lagos to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Lagos to Nairobi are most frequently searched for travel in January, April and June. If you are planning to fly in one of these months, it may be worth comparing offers early. Outside the most popular months, you may find more options or cheaper connections.

Question 11

Which departure days are most popular for flights from Lagos to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

For flights from Lagos to Nairobi, departures on Thursday, Monday and Sunday are particularly in demand. Demand can be higher on popular travel days, so it is worth checking alternative departure days. You may find more suitable flight times or better-priced offers.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Lagos Nairobi Please note: transfer for connecting flight	Outbound 10/05/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0235, PW0717 13h 15min	Return -	Air Tanzania, Precision Air		$436
Lagos Nairobi	Outbound 08/01/26 1 Stopover (NBJ) DT0565, DT0590 23h 00min	Return 08/07/26 1 Stopover (NBJ) DT0591, DT0564 22h 45min	TAAG		$696
Best option Lagos Nairobi	Outbound 08/12/26 direct KQ0533 05h 20min	Return 09/12/26 direct KQ0532 05h 15min	Kenya Airways		$1,069
Lagos Nairobi	Outbound 08/01/26 1 Stopover (NBJ) DT0565, DT0590 23h 00min	Return 08/07/26 1 Stopover (NBJ) DT0591, DT0564 22h 45min	TAAG		$697
Lagos Nairobi	Outbound 08/01/26 1 Stopover (NBJ) DT0565, DT0590 23h 00min	Return 08/07/26 1 Stopover (NBJ) DT0591, DT0564 22h 45min	TAAG	?	$699
Lagos Nairobi	Outbound 08/01/26 1 Stopover (NBJ) DT0565, DT0590 23h 00min	Return 08/07/26 1 Stopover (NBJ) DT0591, DT0564 22h 45min	TAAG	?	$706
Lagos Nairobi	Outbound 08/12/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0203, WB0452 19h 35min	Return 09/12/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0403, WB0202 18h 25min	RwandAir	?	$794
Lagos Nairobi	Outbound 08/01/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0203, WB0464 12h 10min	Return 08/07/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0464, WB0202 09h 45min	RwandAir		$819
Lagos Nairobi	Outbound 08/01/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0203, WB0452 19h 35min	Return 08/07/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0453, WB0202 26h 15min	RwandAir		$834
Lagos Nairobi	Outbound 08/01/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0203, WB0402 27h 25min	Return 08/07/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0464, WB0202 09h 45min	RwandAir		$848

Cheapest outbound flight from	$435.27
Roundtrip from	$695.27
Flight duration	min. 05:20
Return flight duration	min. 05:15
Distance	3836 km
Flights per week	11
Departure airport	Airport Lagos-Murtala Muhammed (LOS)
Departure country	Flights from Nigeria
Arrival airport	Airport Nairobi Kenyatta International (NBO)
Destination country	Flights to Kenya
Departure country - Arrival airport	Nigeria - Nairobi Kenyatta International
Departure airport - Destination country	Lagos-Murtala Muhammed - Kenya

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