Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Lagos Airport (LOS): what you need to know
Lagos is nine hours ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your SFO to LOS flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Lagos Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SFO and LOS include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Lagos Airport (LOS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Lagos Airport flight is Rs201,717. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs332,110. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SFO to LOS if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Lagos Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from SFO to LOS couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Lagos Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
78% of flights taking off from San Francisco International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near SFO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Lagos Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Lagos Airport (LOS)
If you're arriving on a late San Francisco International Airport to Lagos Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near LOS:
Grab a Lagos Airport rental car and discover Lagos and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car and Avis are popular outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Lagos Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Lagos Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Lagos Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from the centre of Lagos. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Lagos Airport (LOS)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Lagos Airport is March, while October is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Lagos based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Lagos is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Lagos Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
August sees average temperatures of between 23ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SFO to LOS sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nigeria
You've visited Lagos, now it's time to discover more of Nigeria. Journey around 113 kilometres north-east to Ibadan to tick off its top sights. From Oyo State Cultural Centre to Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known 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 highlights.
