Flying from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to Lagos Airport (LOS): what you need to know
Lagos's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Lagos four hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
Your GRU to LOS flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Lagos Airport. Here are the top stopovers between GRU and LOS:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to Lagos Airport (LOS)
Currently, Rs200,957 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Lagos Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs415,795. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from GRU to LOS if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Lagos Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from GRU to LOS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Lagos Airport.
Handy information about Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport, data shows 71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Lagos Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near GRU:
Arriving at Lagos Airport (LOS)
If you have a late Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Lagos Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near LOS:
Travel at your own pace with a Lagos Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis and experience more of Lagos and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Lagos Airport around four weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Lagos Airport (LOS)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Lagos Airport. October is the most popular month to visit Lagos. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Lagos Airport for January if you'd like to explore Lagos during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from GRU to LOS in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Nigeria
You've seen Lagos, now it's time to explore other corners of Nigeria. Travel around 113 kilometres north-east to Ibadan to tick off its popular sights. From Oyo State Cultural Centre to Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Nigeria, consider Port Harcourt, roughly 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos. St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral, Diobu, Port Harcourt, Sand City Beach and Delight Zone Amusement Park are the start of reasons to visit.
