Flying from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Lagos Airport (LOS): what you need to know
Lagos is eight hours ahead of Denver and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your DEN to LOS flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Denver International Airport to Lagos Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DEN and LOS:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
London Heathrow Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Handy information about Denver International Airport (DEN)
The address for DEN is 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Denver International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from DEN make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Denver International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Denver. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Denver International Airport to Lagos Airport, check out Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport. It's a short ride from DEN.
Arriving at Lagos Airport (LOS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Denver International Airport to Lagos Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LOS instead:
Explore without limits with a Lagos Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis and venture far and wide through Lagos and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Lagos Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Lagos Airport (LOS)
The quietest month for a flight from Denver International Airport to Lagos Airport is March, while October is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Lagos based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Denver International Airport to Lagos Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Lagos, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
August has average temperatures of between 23ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DEN to LOS sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nigeria
You've done Lagos, now it's time to explore more of Nigeria. Journey around 113 kilometres north-east to Ibadan to tick off its top attractions. From Oyo State Cultural Centre to Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos, Port Harcourt is another favourite stop in Nigeria. Experience major highlights starting with St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral, Diobu, Port Harcourt, Sand City Beach and Delight Zone Amusement Park.
