Flying from Lagos Airport (LOS) to Abidjan Airport (ABJ): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Lagos Airport to Abidjan Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Abidjan is one hour behind Lagos and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
There are ten Lagos Airport to Abidjan Airport flights every week.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your LOS to ABJ flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Lagos Airport to Abidjan Airport, so jetting to Abidjan (and then seeing more parts of Ivory Coast!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to travel with Air Côte dIvoire on this route.
MEA is the most punctual carrier that offers LOS to ABJ flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Lagos Airport to Abidjan Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between LOS and ABJ include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Mohammed V Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lagos Airport (LOS) to Abidjan Airport (ABJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Lagos Airport to Abidjan Airport flight is RM1,627. A return ticket right now is RM2,254. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from LOS to ABJ by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Lagos Airport to Abidjan Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Picking up cheap flights from LOS to ABJ is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Lagos Airport to Abidjan Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Lagos Airport (LOS)
66% of flights that leave from Lagos Airport make it to their destination on time.
Lagos Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Lagos. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Lagos Airport to Abidjan Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LOS:
Arriving at Abidjan Airport (ABJ)
Consider booking a hotel near ABJ if you're catching a late Lagos Airport to Abidjan Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Abidjan Airport rental car and discover Abidjan and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Avis and Green Motion are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Abidjan Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Abidjan Airport (ABJ) to central Abidjan
Abidjan Airport to central Abidjan has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Abidjan Airport (ABJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Lagos Airport to Abidjan Airport is March, while December is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Abidjan based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Abidjan is April, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Lagos Airport to Abidjan Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LOS to ABJ in August. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Ivory Coast
You've done Abidjan, now it's time to explore more of Ivory Coast. Travel about 290 kilometres north-west to Bouake to check off its top attractions. From Great Mosque in Dar Es Salaam to Teinturiers de Dar Es Salam Bouaké and Water Tower of Dar Es Salaam, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Ivory Coast, consider Korhogo, about 483 kilometres north of Abidjan. Lieu de fabrication du balafon, Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Korhogo and Centre d'action culturelle de korhogo are among its highlights.




