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. We recommend you stay at least 8 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lagos has to offer.

When to visit Lagos

Lagos in April
Estimated hotel price
C$ 31
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lagos in April
Estimated hotel price
C$ 31
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 5 miles from the city centre The shortest flight to Lagos from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 20h 25m.

Bus

Lagos’s bus station is located 5 miles from the downtown.

Plane

When flying to Lagos, you’ll arrive at Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS), which is located 5 miles from the city centre The shortest flight to Lagos from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 20h 25m.

Bus

Lagos’s bus station is located 5 miles from the downtown.

Airports near Lagos

Airlines serving Lagos

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,936 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (349 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (148 reviews)
Royal Air Maroc
Good (460 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (611 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,162 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 C$ 69 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 160 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lagos

Most booked hotels in Lagos

The Federal Palace Hotel & Casino
5 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
C$ 130+
Citilodge Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
C$ 36+
Eko Hotel Main Building
5 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
C$ 209+
Ibis Lagos Ikeja
3 stars
Good (6.3, Good reviews)
C$ 119+
ibis Lagos Airport
3 stars
Good (6, Good reviews)
C$ 65+

Renting a car in Lagos

Renting a car in Lagos costs C$ 148 per day, on average, or C$ 1,185 if you want to rent it for 8 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 67% cheaper than airport locations in Lagos.

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

Renting a car in Lagos costs C$ 148 per day, on average, or C$ 1,185 if you want to rent it for 8 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 67% cheaper than airport locations in Lagos.

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

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