Flying from Toronto to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): What you need to know
Lagos is six hours ahead of Toronto. Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport is located in Lagos, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Toronto to LOS, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The journey from central Toronto to YYZ takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Toronto to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Toronto Pearson International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Toronto Pearson International Airport, 68% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can arrive at YTZ from central Toronto in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Toronto to LOS flight? Unwind in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance rate of 70%. This figure shows how frequently flights departing from this airport land at their destination on time.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
YHM is roughly 72 kilometres from central Toronto. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 10 minutes. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Toronto to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive as expected. At YHM, that rate is 68%.
About Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Book a hotel near LOS if you're catching a late flight from Toronto to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Toronto to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight.
Getting from Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport is around 23 kilometres from the centre of Lagos. It takes around 45 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Right now, $867 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,665. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Toronto to LOS, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
January is the busiest month for flights from Toronto to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS). Plan your visit to Lagos in December for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Lagos is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Toronto to LOS plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport in August if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC and 27ºC.
More about Lagos
After booking your flight from Toronto to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Lagos:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Old Lagos Prison (Freedom Park), Freedom Park Lagos and Kalakuta Republic Museum are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Lagos itinerary.
Explore more of Nigeria
You've seen Lagos, now it's time to discover other corners of Nigeria. Travel around 113 kilometres northeast to Ibadan to tick off its top attractions. From Oyo State Cultural Centre to Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 257 kilometres east of Lagos, Benin City is another favourite stop in Nigeria. No visit is complete without checking out Benin National Museum, Okomu National Park and botanical garden.