£461 Cheap flights to Nigeria

Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nigeria according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 28% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Nigeria. Keep in mind that there are 23 different airlines that fly to Nigeria on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

If you’re unsure where to fly to in Nigeria, we recommend booking a flight that arrives at the popular Lagos Murtala Muhammed airport, which services Lagos and its surrounding areas. In the last 12 months, 74% of momondo travellers booking flights to Nigeria chose to fly into Lagos Murtala Muhammed.

On average, a flight to Nigeria will cost £1,843 per ticket. We’ve had users find flights to Nigeria for as low as £287, however. If you’re unable to find a plane ticket for £287, but manage to find one for £1,655 or less, then this is still a great deal. Keep in mind that flight costs vary depending on where you fly from, what time of year you travel, and what airline you fly with.

The best day of the week to fly to Nigeria is Tuesday due to prices being at their lowest. Flying out on a Wednesday should be a backup plan since this day tends to be less expensive as well. Thursday, on the other hand, is the most expensive day to fly to Nigeria.

Lagos Murtala Muhammed airport in Lagos has the cheapest flights when visiting Nigeria, with an average airfare of £287. Abuja airport in Abuja is the second cheapest destination in Nigeria, with an average airfare of £401.

Prices for flights to Nigeria were last updated today.

There are 38 operators available for flights to Nigeria as of June 2025.

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 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.