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Flight deals from Melbourne to Lagos Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to Lagos Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,834. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Lagos

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to Lagos flights are currently cheapest in April.

Melbourne to Lagos: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne to Lagos below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lagos.

Melbourne to Lagos: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$2,834
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Lagos: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Lagos is $2,834. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne to Lagos. But we found flights with one stop from $2,834.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Melbourne to Lagos.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Lagos is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Lagos Airport on Friday, 10 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne and Lagos Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Lagos is Ethiopian Airlines .

Travelling from Melbourne to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): What you need to know

  • Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport is located in Lagos. The city is in the UTC+1 timezone and is ten hours behind Melbourne.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Melbourne to LOS.

  • During popular months like December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • You might be able to make your cheap flight from Melbourne to LOS even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is an option when departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).

  • MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:

  • Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% touch down on time at their destination.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Relax before your Melbourne to LOS flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can jump out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.

  • Avalon Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 80% of flights taking off from here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.

About Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)

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. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.

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

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport is $1,585. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $2,834. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to LOS, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Melbourne to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport ticket.

  • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Melbourne to LOS is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from Melbourne to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

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

  • Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. September is the quietest month to go to Lagos. November is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.

  • When booking your Melbourne 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 to 33ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne 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 and 27ºC.

More about Lagos

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Lagos right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport:

  • Your Lagos visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Leading attractions you won't want to miss include Old Lagos Prison (Freedom Park), Boat Cruise Ng and Freedom Park Lagos.

Explore more of Nigeria

  • Lagos has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Nigeria just waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres northeast of Lagos, a trip to Ibadan will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like 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 seeing Benin National Museum, Okomu National Park and botanical garden.

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