How often are flights from New York to Nigeria delayed?

Historically, on average around 23% of flights between New York and Nigeria have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 164 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Nigeria flights?

According to our data, Delta have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 23% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Nigeria?

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Nigeria

Which airlines fly to Nigeria?

Virgin Atlantic, Ethiopian Air and Royal Air Maroc are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nigeria from New York according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Nigeria. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Nigeria on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Nigeria flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Nigeria?

Prices for flights from New York to Nigeria are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Nigeria?

As of November 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Nigeria.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Nigeria?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York to Nigeria.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nigeria?

The required travel and health documents for your Nigeria trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nigeria. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nigeria?

If you don’t want to visit Nigeria in October, then you should wait until February to fly from New York, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £796.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Nigeria?

Our data shows that Saturday is the least expensive day to fly to Nigeria. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £1,446. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from New York because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £2,516.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Nigeria?

Flying to Nigeria from New York in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £1,028 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Nigeria, so prices are often more expensive at around £1,929 per ticket.

What is the cheapest New York to Nigeria flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Nigeria?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nigeria from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nigeria for around £914 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nigeria from New York for as low as £951 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to Nigeria flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on New York to Nigeria flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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You could potentially save up to 30% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Nigeria flight.

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Prices for flights from New York to Nigeria are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Nigeria?
As of November 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Nigeria.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Nigeria?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York to Nigeria.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nigeria?
The required travel and health documents for your Nigeria trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nigeria. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to Nigeria?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from New York to Nigeria is Airbus A330-900neo (96.56% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A330-200 (2.58%), Airbus A321neo (0.29%), and Airbus A321 (sharklets) (0.29%).

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Royal Air Maroc	PriceFrom £539	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.2 532 reviews	Search Royal Air Maroc flights
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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £1,083	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 675 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to Nigeria

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nigeria?

If you don’t want to visit Nigeria in October, then you should wait until February to fly from New York, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £796.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Nigeria?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Nigeria?

What is the cheapest New York to Nigeria flight route?

Fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Lagos Murtala Muhammed for the best New York - Nigeria flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Nigeria?

What cabin class options are available on New York to Nigeria flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on New York to Nigeria flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Nigeria flights?

You could potentially save up to 30% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Nigeria flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Nigeria?

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Nigeria

Which airlines fly to Nigeria?

How often are flights from New York to Nigeria delayed?

Historically, on average around 23% of flights between New York and Nigeria have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 164 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Nigeria flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Nigeria flights?

According to our data, Delta have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 23% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Nigeria?

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nigeria?

What is the most popular plane model from New York to Nigeria?

Best airlines flying from New York to Nigeria

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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from New York to Nigeria?

Can I find flights from New York to Nigeria with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights from New York to Nigeria?

I’m not ready to book a flight from New York to Nigeria right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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