Flying from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to Lagos Airport (LOS): what you need to know
Lagos is six hours ahead of Charlotte and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CLT to LOS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Lagos Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CLT and LOS:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
London Heathrow Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
The address for CLT is 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
79% of flights that leave from Charlotte Douglas Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Charlotte to Charlotte Douglas Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Lagos Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near CLT:
Arriving at Lagos Airport (LOS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Charlotte Douglas Airport to Lagos Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LOS instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Lagos Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis and discover more of Lagos and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Lagos Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Lagos Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Lagos Airport to the centre of Lagos has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Lagos Airport (LOS)
October is the busiest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Lagos Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Lagos in March.
Before locking in your flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Lagos Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Lagos, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
August has average temperatures of between 23ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CLT to LOS around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nigeria
Ibadan is just one of the many places in Nigeria waiting to be explored after you've experienced Lagos. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Oyo State Cultural Centre, Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Nigeria, head for Port Harcourt, about 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos. St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral, Diobu, Port Harcourt, Sand City Beach and Delight Zone Amusement Park are among its highlights.
