Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): what you need to know
Lagos's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Lagos one hour ahead of Birmingham.
Give yourself enough time to make your BHX to LOS flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between BHX and LOS:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Currently, $657 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $859. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BHX to LOS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BHX to LOS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Birmingham International Airport, 65.48% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to BHX:
Arriving at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
If you're arriving on a late Birmingham International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near LOS:
Travel at your own pace with a Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis and chase adventure across Lagos and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Murtala Muhammed International Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
From Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Lagos based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport for January if you'd like to visit Lagos during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BHX to LOS around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Nigeria
Ibadan is just one of the many places in Nigeria waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Lagos. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Agodi Gardens, Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower.
Port Harcourt is another favourite destination in Nigeria and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos. No trip is complete without a visit to Port Harcourt Zoo, Bori Camp Central Mosque and Garden City Amusement Park.