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Lagos travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lagos

With 9.00 million inhabitants, Lagos is the most populous city in Nigeria. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Lagos to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Lagos

Lagos in September
Estimated hotel price
AED 586
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lagos in September
Estimated hotel price
AED 586
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lagos in February, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 24 °C, with an average temperature of 25 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 316 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Lagos, with an average rainfall of 13 mm.

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How to Get to Lagos

Plane

When flying to Lagos, you’ll arrive at Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS), which is located 8 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Lagos from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 8h 20m.

Bus

Lagos’s bus station is located 8 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Lagos, you’ll arrive at Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS), which is located 8 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Lagos from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 8h 20m.

Bus

Lagos’s bus station is located 8 km from the city centre.

Airports near Lagos

LOSLagos Murtala Muhammed
IBAIbadan

Airlines serving Lagos

Lufthansa
Good (7,029 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,810 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,582 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,919 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,776 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,685 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,206 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,560 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (345 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,197 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,272 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,290 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (349 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (145 reviews)
Royal Air Maroc
Good (458 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (611 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,149 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lagos

From 5-star hotels such as the Legend Hotel Lagos Airport, Curio Collection by Hilton to great affordable options like the Apartment Royale Hotel & Suite, Lagos offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 168 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 425 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lagos

Most booked hotels in Lagos

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Citilodge Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
AED 96+
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The Federal Palace Hotel & Casino
5 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
AED 353+
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Eko Hotels & Suites
5 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
AED 544+
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Ibis Lagos Ikeja
3 stars
Good (6.3, Good reviews)
AED 316+
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ibis Lagos Airport
3 stars
Good (6, Good reviews)
AED 173+
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Hiring a car in Lagos

Economy (Ford Ka or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lagos, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.

Economy (Ford Ka or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lagos, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.

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