Travelling from Chicago to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your trip from in Chicago. Check out your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when organising your flight from Chicago to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS).
Murtala Muhammed International Airport is located in Lagos. The city is in the UTC+1 timezone and is six hours ahead of Chicago.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Chicago to LOS. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Chicago to LOS that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between ORD and LOS include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
ORD is about 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Murtala Muhammed International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels close to O'Hare International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is one of the main options between Chicago Midway International Airport and LOS.
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Chicago to LOS flight? Check in to a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.88%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 137 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get there by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early Chicago to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights touch down as expected. At RFD, that rate is 76.19%.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LOS instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of 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 around four weeks ahead of your Chicago to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight.
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Murtala Muhammed International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Lagos. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is Rs160,740. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs262,532. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to LOS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Chicago to Murtala Muhammed International Airport ticket.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on flight tickets from Chicago to LOS.
Lock in a cheap flight from Chicago to Murtala Muhammed International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
February is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS), while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Lagos based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Lagos is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Book your Chicago to LOS flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Murtala Muhammed International Airport in August when temperatures are between 23ºC and 27ºC.
More about Lagos
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Lagos right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Murtala Muhammed International Airport:
Your trip to Lagos should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions worth exploring include Old Lagos Prison (Freedom Park), Freedom Park Lagos and Boat Cruise Ng.
Explore more of Nigeria
Ibadan is just one of the many cities in Nigeria waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Lagos. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Oyo State Cultural Centre, Alaro Central Mosque and Agodi Gardens.
Around 257 kilometres east of Lagos, Benin City is another essential stop in Nigeria. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Benin National Museum, Okomu National Park and botanical garden.
