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Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
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Flights to Nigeria in 2024

Find the latest flights to Nigeria in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,629,791 searches and data was last updated on November 20, 2024.

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Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,059

Round-trip from

$961

One-way from

$426
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From New York to Lagos Murtala Muhammed
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One-way flight from New York to Nigeria
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Sun 12/11:45 pmJFK - LOS
1 stop39h 45mKenya Airways
Mon 4/2812:25 pmLOS - JFK
1 stop24h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/18$961
Wed 11/208:55 pmJFK - LOS
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/210:35 amLOS - JFK
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$969
Sun 12/112:30 amEWR - ABV
1 stop37h 40mTurkish Airlines
Tue 12/109:55 pmABV - EWR
1 stop30h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,039
Tue 12/312:45 pmJFK - LOS
1 stop19h 00mEgyptair
Fri 1/312:45 pmLOS - JFK
1 stop25h 30mEgyptair
Deal found 11/20$1,099
Wed 12/412:00 pmEWR - LOS
1 stop19h 45mEgyptair
Tue 12/102:45 pmLOS - EWR
1 stop24h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 11/20$1,112
Wed 12/44:40 pmJFK - ABV
3 stops22h 30mDelta
Mon 3/1710:50 pmABV - JFK
2 stops23h 00mDelta
Deal found 11/19$1,112

Find flights to Nigeria within your budget

Locate flights to Nigeria that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,629,791 searches and data was last updated on November 20, 2024.

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New YorkKano

JFK - KAN

JFKKAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 1/27

11:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Kano Aminu Kano Intl Apt

Tue 2/11

2:45 pm-9:00 am

1 stop24h 15m

$952

New YorkKano

JFK - KAN

JFKKAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 1/27

9:30 pm-10:05 am

2 stops30h 35m

Kano Aminu Kano Intl Apt

Wed 2/12

11:35 am-8:00 am

2 stops26h 25m

$956

New YorkLagos

JFK - LOS

JFKLOS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 12/1

1:45 pm-11:30 am

1 stop39h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 4/28

12:25 pm-7:35 am

1 stop24h 10m

$961

New YorkLagos

JFK - LOS

JFKLOS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/8

8:55 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 1/29

10:50 am-6:55 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$969

NewarkAbuja

EWR - ABV

EWRABV

Newark

Fri 2/14

10:00 am-5:20 pm

2 stops25h 20m

Abuja

Mon 3/3

11:05 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop27h 25m

$992

NewarkAbuja

EWR - ABV

EWRABV

Newark

Mon 1/13

10:05 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops61h 15m

Abuja

Mon 2/17

11:05 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$995

New YorkLagos

JFK - LOS

JFKLOS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/30

12:10 am-8:35 pm

1 stop38h 25m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 3/8

10:20 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop29h 55m

$997

NewarkAbuja

EWR - ABV

EWRABV

Newark

Thu 2/13

10:00 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops37h 20m

Abuja

Mon 3/3

11:05 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$1,010

New YorkLagos

JFK - LOS

JFKLOS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/5

8:55 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops33h 30m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 4/1

10:25 am-7:55 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$1,021

New YorkKano

JFK - KAN

JFKKAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/28

12:45 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Kano Aminu Kano Intl Apt

Sun 2/9

2:50 pm-10:15 am

1 stop25h 25m

$1,039

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Travel insights for flights to Nigeria

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights to Nigeria including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How long is the flight to Nigeria?

On average, a flight from New York to Nigeria takes 20 hours 23 minutes. Flights to Nigeria from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Nigeria?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Nigeria. Price data was last updated on November 10, 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Nigeria should consider flying on Sunday at noon, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Thursday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Nigeria?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Nigeria are Ethiopian Air, Delta and Royal Air Maroc.

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

From $976

Delta

Delta

From $919

Royal Air Maroc

Royal Air Maroc

From $805

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

From $821

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Nigeria?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Nigeria are Air Côte d’Ivoire, Royal Air Maroc and Turkish Airlines.

Rainfall in Nigeria by month

Plan your trip to Nigeria by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nigeria ranges from 0.5 - 12.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 12.4 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Nigeria when rainfall is around 0.5 in.

Temperature in Nigeria by month

Plan your trip to Nigeria by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nigeria, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nigeria

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nigeria. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nigeria. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Kenya Airways, Air France and United Airlines to Nigeria by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,637 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,831 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

What is good to know if travelling to Nigeria?

  • As the most populous country in Western Africa, Nigeria dominates the region politically and economically and its population has roots dating back to 9000 BC. Nigeria has been colonized by two European powers, the Portuguese and the British, and Nigeria successfully gained its independence from Great Britain in 1960.
  • Nigeria is popular with film enthusiasts and film industry professionals looking to check out Nollywood, the Nigerian film industry based in Lagos and Abuja. Nollywood’s presence has boosted the economy in these cities, and Nigeria’s presence in popular culture continues to grow after MTV chose to host the first ever African Music Awards in Abuja in 2008.
  • With artifacts found in Igbo-Ukwu dating back 2000 years, Nigeria is home to time honored artistic traditions of bronze casting, woodcarving, grass weaving and pottery. Spend some of the cash you saved on your cheap flight to Nigeria on beautiful handicrafts that showcase local artistic talent.
  • Nigeria’s coast offers visitors ample opportunity to soak up the sunshine that bathes the country between the months of November and March. After your Nigeria flight lands, head to the western side of Lagos to check out Coconut Beach, a sandy spread encircled by coconut plantations, or to Tarwa Bay, which is popular with families for the plethora of water sport activities available.

  • What is the climate like in Nigeria?

    Nigeria really only has two seasons: a wet season and a dry season. The wet season lasts from April to October. From November to March the temperatures are high and the sunshine never ceases.

  • When is the best time to fly to Nigeria?

    Nigeria may experience sweltering heat year-round, but this West African country is arguably best to behold in the dry season, making cheap flights to Nigeria from November through March difficult to come by. The United States State Department discourages travel to Nigeria due to heightened violent conflicts of a religious and ethnic nature in the Niger Delta.The nature of these conflicts are not targeted at Americans, but continued risks of kidnapping, robbery and other armed attacks in Nigeria make it more of a destination to avoid than one for recreational travel.

  • What is the best way to travel around Nigeria?

    Taxies are available from the airport to the city, but agree on your rate before your journey to avoid overpaying.The roads in Nigeria are very poorly kept, and as a result the Nigerian government is making strong efforts to privatize the Nigerian Railway Corporation.The most comfortable and efficient way to travel throughout Nigeria and West Africa is by rail and air.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Nigeria if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Nigeria on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Nigeria?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air Côte d’Ivoire is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Nigeria.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Nigeria?

    Abuja is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Nigeria. One-way flights to Abuja typically cost $35, while round-trip flights cost around $71.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Nigeria?

    A round-trip flight to Nigeria will typically cost around $187, however they can be found for as little as $71.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Nigeria depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Nigeria, New York offers the quickest one-way flight (9 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Lagos Murtala Muhammed have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Lagos Murtala Muhammed can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Lagos Murtala Muhammed?

    Yes. Lagos Murtala Muhammed has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Legend Hotel Lagos Airport, Curio Collection by Hilton is the closest property to Lagos Murtala Muhammed (0.0 mi away from Lagos Murtala Muhammed).

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