Flying from Lagos Airport (LOS) to Benin City Airport (BNI): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Lagos Airport to Benin City Airport is 55 minutes.
Pack your suitcase and choose from 29 weekly Lagos Airport to Benin City Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your LOS to BNI flight.
During popular months such as October, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with United Nigeria Airlines on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lagos Airport (LOS) to Benin City Airport (BNI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lagos Airport to Benin City Airport flight is Rs18,446. A return plane ticket is currently Rs35,976. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from LOS to BNI by booking at least two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Lagos Airport to Benin City Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from LOS to BNI.
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Handy information about Lagos Airport (LOS)
66% of flights that take off from Lagos Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Lagos to Lagos Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to LOS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lagos Airport to Benin City Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Benin City Airport (BNI)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Lagos Airport to Benin City Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BNI instead:
Venture beyond Benin City and check out places that don't always get the spotlight with your own wheels. You can pick up a Benin City Airport rental car from Avis.
Book your vehicle from Benin City Airport several weeks ahead to get the best possible rate. If you're travelling during a busy period, it's smart to book even earlier.
When to fly to Benin City Airport (BNI)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Lagos Airport to Benin City Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Benin City. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Lagos Airport to Benin City Airport for January if you want to visit Benin City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 39ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LOS to BNI in August. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Nigeria
Benin City is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Nigeria waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres west of Benin City, a visit to Lagos will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Old Lagos Prison (Freedom Park), Freedom Park Lagos and Kalakuta Republic Museum.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Benin City, Ibadan is another favourite stop in Nigeria. No visit is complete without checking out Oyo State Cultural Centre, Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity.