Lagos to New York (LOS–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LOS–JFK is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 5,247 miles . Beyond nonstop, 19 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Lagos
| Metric | LOS→JFK | LFW→JFK |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from LOS | – | 145 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 0 | 3 |
Travel Essentials
LOS: WAT · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Lagos, it's 1:00 PM in New York.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
LOS–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Connecting Options and Alternatives
19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via BED. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Lomé (LFW).