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Flight deals from Washington D.C. to Lagos Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Lagos Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM4,037. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Lagos.RM2,049 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,049, select.
Lagos.RM2,092 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,092, select.
Lagos.RM2,097 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,097, select.
Lagos.RM2,097 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,097, select.
Lagos.RM2,352 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,352, select.
Lagos.RM2,377 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,377, select.
Lagos.RM3,001 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Dec.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,001, select.
Lagos.RM3,301 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,301, select.
Lagos.RM4,332 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,332, select.
Lagos.RM4,809 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,809, select.
Lagos.RM4,816 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,816, select.
Lagos.RM4,818 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,818, select.
Lagos.RM5,181 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 May.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,181, select.
Lagos.RM5,216 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,216, select.
Lagos.RM5,832 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,832, select.
Lagos.RM5,832 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,832, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Lagos

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington D.C. to Lagos flights are currently cheapest in May.
Mar
from RM4,339
Apr
from RM2,381
May
from RM2,052
Jun
from RM3,307
Jul
from RM2,356
Aug
from RM2,100
Sep
from RM2,095
Oct
from RM2,100
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Dec
from RM3,006
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Washington D.C. to Lagos: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRM2,052
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time10 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Lagos: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Lagos is RM3,789. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Lagos.
United flies direct from Washington D.C. to Lagos.
As of March 2026, there are 5 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Lagos.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Lagos is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Lagos Airport on Tuesday, 5 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 30 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lagos but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lagos is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Washington DC to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): What you need to know

  • Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Washington DC. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Washington DC to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) leaving from here.

  • The timezone in Lagos is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Washington DC. Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport is located in Lagos.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to LOS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • Going away during a peak time like April? Popular periods (like Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

  • Stopovers offer the opportunity to explore a new city or just take a break during your trip. When looking for a cheap flight from Washington DC to LOS, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) is one option when leaving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).

  • DCA is about 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Washington DC to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:

  • 76% of flights that leave from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport land at their destination on time.

  • DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Consider starting your journey from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). You can book a direct Washington DC to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) plane ticket from this hub.

  • United Airlines has direct flights from Washington DC to LOS departing from IAD. Book your favourite window seat and arrive at your destination in one go.

  • On the IAD to LOS route, United is the top airline in terms of bookings.

  • Flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport tend to arrive on time more often with United compared to other carriers.

  • Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Washington DC to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport, here's where you can stop when departing from Washington Dulles International Airport:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 45 minutes.

  • Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Washington DC to LOS flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:

  • Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 74%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on time.

  • The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)

  • You can lock in a plane ticket from Washington DC to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) with a stop or two departing from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). These are some of the most popular stopovers between BWI and LOS:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 40 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

  • Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Baltimore Washington International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out early:

  • Flights that take off from BWI touch down at their destination as scheduled 77% of the time.

About Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)

  • Book a hotel close to LOS if you have a late flight from Washington DC to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:

  • Pick up a Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car and explore Lagos and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car and Avis are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight.

Getting from Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos

  • Central Lagos is around 23 kilometres from Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.

  • It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to get there using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)

  • RM2,052 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Return flights start at RM3,789. These prices can change based on demand and availability.

  • Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to LOS. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Washington DC to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Washington DC to LOS.

  • Uncover a great deal on a flight from Washington DC to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Washington DC to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)

  • November is the busiest month for flights from Washington DC to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS). Visit Lagos in September if you prefer a quieter experience.

  • When booking your Washington DC to LOS plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Lagos, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

More about Lagos

  • Start your Lagos trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • Your trip to Lagos won't be complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions that should be on your list include Old Lagos Prison (Freedom Park), Boat Cruise Ng and Freedom Park Lagos.

Explore more of Nigeria

  • Ibadan is just one of the many cities in Nigeria waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Lagos. Around 113 kilometres away to the northeast, top sights here 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 trip is complete without experiencing Benin National Museum, Okomu National Park and botanical garden.

Plan the rest of your trip from Washington D.C. to Lagos

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