Travelling from Philadelphia to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll leave from in Philadelphia. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) jetting off from here.
Lagos is five hours ahead of Philadelphia. Murtala Muhammed International Airport is located in Lagos, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Philadelphia to LOS.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, plan to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to LOS with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PHL and LOS include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Travelling from central Philadelphia to PHL takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Murtala Muhammed International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these stays near Philadelphia International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% arrive on time at their destination.
PHL's address is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
TTN is about 56 kilometres from central Philadelphia. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Trenton-Mercer Airport the day before your Philadelphia to LOS flight:
Most flights that depart Trenton-Mercer Airport land at their destination right on cue. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 82.45%.
You'll find TTN at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near LOS:
Grab a Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car and explore Lagos and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car and Avis are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Philadelphia to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight.
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Murtala Muhammed International Airport to the centre of Lagos is about 10 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
RM2,506 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Return flights start at RM4,360. These fares can change depending on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Philadelphia to LOS. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Philadelphia to Murtala Muhammed International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Philadelphia to LOS.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Philadelphia to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
June is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS). Plan your visit to Lagos in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Before locking in your Philadelphia to LOS plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in Lagos, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
August has temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Murtala Muhammed International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Lagos
Start your Lagos trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Lagos when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Old Lagos Prison (Freedom Park) followed by Freedom Park Lagos and Boat Cruise Ng.
Explore more of Nigeria
Ibadan is just one of the many places in Nigeria waiting to be discovered after you've seen Lagos. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Oyo State Cultural Centre, Alaro Central Mosque and Agodi Gardens.
Benin City is another standout destination in Nigeria and is around 257 kilometres east of Lagos. No journey is complete without dropping by Benin National Museum, Okomu National Park and botanical garden.
