Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): what you need to know
Around 10 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
Lagos's timezone is UTC+1, making Lagos five hours ahead of Washington DC.
Flights from IAD to LOS start at 18:00 — the first with United Airlines. The latest departure is at 18:35 with United Airlines. Overall, you can choose from four weekly Washington Dulles International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your IAD to LOS flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
United Airlines offers direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Lagos — and maybe even more of Nigeria if you have time.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is United Airlines.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers IAD to LOS flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between IAD and LOS include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
At the moment, $900 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,514. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from IAD to LOS.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Finding cheap flights from IAD to LOS is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of all flights departing from Washington Dulles International Airport, 74.39% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Washington Dulles International Airport from central Washington DC, it takes about 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to IAD? If you're catching an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LOS instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis and experience more of Lagos and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Murtala Muhammed International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
From Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Lagos based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport for January if you want to go to Lagos during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IAD to LOS in August. Average temperatures are between 23ºC and 27ºC then.
Explore more of Nigeria
You've done Lagos, now it's time to discover other parts of Nigeria. Journey around 113 kilometres north-east to Ibadan to check off its top attractions. From Agodi Gardens to Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Port Harcourt is another essential stop in Nigeria and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos. No journey is complete without a visit to Port Harcourt Zoo, Bori Camp Central Mosque and Garden City Amusement Park.