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)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near LOS and turn out the lights sooner:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis and explore beyond Lagos's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Melbourne 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. 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.
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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.