Los Angeles to Lagos (LAX–LOS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Los Angeles to Lagos
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
7,717 mi 13h 31m nonstop +8h ahead 9 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between LAX and LOS, connecting options are available through 9 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LAX to LOS.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
9
Hubs
~24h
Fastest
~40h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
703
Candidates
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Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+8h
Lagos is 8 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
LAX: PDT · LOS: WAT

When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 2:00 AM (next day) in Lagos.
Distance & Flight Time
7,717 mi / 12,419 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 13h 31m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders need a visa to enter Nigeria. Apply for the eVisa at portal.immigration.gov.ng. The single-entry tourist eVisa costs $160 and allows stays up to 30 days. Processing takes 5 to 10 working days. Upload a passport scan, a recent photo, a round-trip itinerary, proof of accommodation, bank statements from the last 3 months, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with at least 2 blank pages.

Nigeria does not issue visas on arrival for US citizens. The eVisa must be approved before boarding. At Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) in Lagos or Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) in Abuja, immigration checks your eVisa approval, yellow fever certificate, and captures biometrics. The yellow fever vaccine is mandatory with no exceptions. For stays beyond 30 days, apply for an extension at the Nigeria Immigration Service. Nigeria is Africa's most populous country (about 230 million) with Lagos as its commercial capital and Abuja as the administrative capital.

Direct flights from New York JFK to Lagos run about 11 hours on Delta. Houston (IAH) to LOS runs about 12 hours on United. Washington Dulles also has connecting options through Accra or Addis Ababa. Nigeria uses the Nigerian naira (NGN), trading at roughly 1,600 NGN per $1. The official rate and parallel market rate can differ. ATMs dispense naira with withdrawal limits of NGN 20,000 to NGN 40,000 per transaction. Card payments work at hotels, malls, and larger restaurants. Bolt and Uber operate in Lagos and Abuja. Danfo (yellow minibuses) and BRT buses cover Lagos routes for NGN 200 to NGN 700 ($0.13 to $0.44). Traffic in Lagos is notoriously intense: the Third Mainland Bridge can take 30 minutes or 3 hours depending on the time of day.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to LAX

FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.

Facts

LAX–LOS Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Los Angeles to Lagos route.
Route details
Distance7,717 mi / 12,419 km
Flight time13h 31m
Time difference+8 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections9 hubs
Origin: LAX
Full nameLos Angeles International Airport
IATA / ICAOLAX / KLAX
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr76.6M
Elevation125 ft / 38 m
Destination: LOS
Full nameMurtala Muhammed International Airport
IATA / ICAOLOS / DNMM
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos
Passengers/yr6.8M
Elevation135 ft / 41 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LAX to LOS flights.
Nonstop flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport take approximately 13h 31m. The route covers 7,717 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CDG, IST, AMS, LHR, IAD, ATL, DOH, DXB and FRA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Lagos is 8 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from LAX to LOS

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

LAX to LOS Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LAX to LOS ranges from 13 hours 31 minutes. The route covers a distance of 7,717 miles (12,419 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

9 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 24 hours via CDG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.