Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): what you need to know
The timezone in Lagos is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Manchester.
To ensure you catch your MAN to LOS flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MAN and LOS include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
£255 is the best price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight. A return flight starts at £474. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAN to LOS, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MAN to LOS.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of all flights leaving Manchester Airport, 59.39% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 miles from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAN:
Arriving at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
If you're arriving on a late Manchester Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near LOS:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lagos and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Murtala Muhammed International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Murtala Muhammed International Airport to the centre of Lagos has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 9 miles away.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Lagos based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Lagos is January, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Manchester Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
August sees average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAN to LOS around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nigeria
Ibadan is just one of the many cities in Nigeria waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Lagos. Around 70 miles away to the north-east, top sights here include Agodi Gardens, Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower.
Around 270 miles south-east of Lagos, Port Harcourt is another essential stop in Nigeria. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Port Harcourt Zoo, Bori Camp Central Mosque and Garden City Amusement Park.