Flying from Lagos Airport (LOS) to Port Harcourt Airport (PHC): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Lagos Airport to Port Harcourt Airport.
Lagos and Port Harcourt are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
There are 60 Lagos Airport to Port Harcourt Airport flights every week.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your LOS to PHC flight.
Flying during a peak time such as October? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is valuejet.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for LOS to PHC flights is Arik Air.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lagos Airport (LOS) to Port Harcourt Airport (PHC)
Currently, Rs20,379 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Lagos Airport to Port Harcourt Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs41,343. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LOS to PHC if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Lagos Airport to Port Harcourt Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Lagos Airport (LOS)
Of all flights leaving Lagos Airport, 66% arrive on time at their destination.
Lagos Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Lagos. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Lagos Airport to Port Harcourt Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to LOS:
Arriving at Port Harcourt Airport (PHC)
Step off your Lagos Airport to Port Harcourt Airport flight and be relaxing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a convenient option a short journey from PHC, head for Charleson Luxury Hotel.
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Port Harcourt Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis to explore beyond Port Harcourt's usual tourist stops.
Give yourself a better shot at getting the best deal by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Port Harcourt Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a wise move.
When to fly to Port Harcourt Airport (PHC)
April is the most popular month for flights from Lagos Airport to Port Harcourt Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Port Harcourt in March.
The warmest month in Port Harcourt is January, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Lagos Airport to Port Harcourt Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
August sees average temperatures of between 20ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LOS to PHC sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nigeria
Port Harcourt has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Nigeria waiting to be explored. About 434 kilometres north-west of Port Harcourt, a trip 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 434 kilometres north-west of Port Harcourt, Ibadan is another essential stop in Nigeria. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Oyo State Cultural Centre, Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity.