Flying from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Lagos Airport (LOS): what you need to know
The timezone in Lagos is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Miami.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MIA to LOS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Miami International Airport to Lagos Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MIA and LOS:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
London Heathrow Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Lagos Airport (LOS)
Right now, Rs183,958 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Miami International Airport to Lagos Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs304,369. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MIA to LOS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport to Lagos Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MIA to LOS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Miami International Airport to Lagos Airport.
Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
MIA is located at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
78% of flights that take off from Miami International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Miami to Miami International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MIA? If you're catching an early flight from Miami International Airport to Lagos Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Lagos Airport (LOS)
If you're arriving on a late Miami International Airport to Lagos Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near LOS:
Grab a Lagos Airport rental car and explore Lagos and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car and Avis are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Lagos Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Lagos Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Lagos Airport to central Lagos has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Lagos Airport (LOS)
October is the busiest month for flights from Miami International Airport to Lagos Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Lagos in March.
When reserving your flight from Miami International Airport to Lagos Airport, think about the type of weather you like. 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 MIA to LOS sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nigeria
Lagos has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Nigeria waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres north-east of Lagos, a visit to Ibadan will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Oyo State Cultural Centre, Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity.
Port Harcourt is another favourite destination in Nigeria and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos. No trip is complete without dropping by St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral, Diobu, Port Harcourt, Sand City Beach and Delight Zone Amusement Park.
