Flying from Cork Airport (ORK) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): what you need to know
The timezone in Lagos is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Cork.
Your ORK to LOS flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cork Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. These are the top stopovers between ORK and LOS:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Cork Airport (ORK) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
$826 is the best price for a one-way Cork Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $955. These prices can change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from ORK to LOS, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Cork Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ORK to LOS by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cork Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
Handy information about Cork Airport (ORK)
Of the departures from Cork Airport, 70.51% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Cork Airport from central Cork, it takes about 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near ORK. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cork Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
If you have a late Cork Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near LOS:
Grab a Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car and explore Lagos and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car and Avis are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Murtala Muhammed International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Murtala Muhammed International Airport to central Lagos has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Cork Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Lagos. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Cork Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport for January if you want to explore Lagos during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORK to LOS in August. Average temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Nigeria
You've done Lagos, now it's time to explore more of Nigeria. Travel around 113 kilometres north-east to Ibadan to check off its leading sights. From Agodi Gardens to Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Port Harcourt is another sought-after destination in Nigeria and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos. No journey is complete without seeing Port Harcourt Zoo, Bori Camp Central Mosque and Garden City Amusement Park.
