Travelling from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Johannesburg is 6 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2. The city is one hour ahead of Lagos, where Murtala Muhammed International Airport is located.
With five flights a week between the two airports, Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the busiest route. Board Air Cote D'Ivoire's 18:40 flight to get your trip from LOS to JNB underway.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your LOS to Johannesburg flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your journey at LOS and travel straight to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Johannesburg tickets.
South African Airways is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Johannesburg.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from LOS to Johannesburg, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Lagos, LOS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to LOS? If you're boarding an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Johannesburg, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
64.68% of flights taking off from Murtala Muhammed International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Johannesburg
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Johannesburg flight is Rs100,704. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs157,251. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from LOS to Johannesburg, book your journey eight months before your departure.
The best month for finding cheap Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Johannesburg tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LOS to Johannesburg by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Johannesburg by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Johannesburg. Book one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Go where the road takes you with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and discover more of Johannesburg and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from LOS to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Once your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Johannesburg has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near HLA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your LOS to Johannesburg flight:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HLA can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Plan your trip to Johannesburg during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Johannesburg in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from LOS to Johannesburg around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
Once you've booked your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Johannesburg, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are major attractions which should be on every Johannesburg itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you should also see. About 451 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg, a visit to Pietermaritzburg will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
If there's time to check out another major destination in South Africa, consider Bloemfontein, about 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum are key reasons to visit.
