Travelling from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Dubai Airport is 8 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is three hours ahead of Lagos.
You can choose from seven weekly Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 17:30 departure with Emirates is the earliest flight you can take. Emirates operates the last service of the day at 17:55.
To ensure you catch your LOS to DXB flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Travelling to Dubai (and then exploring more of United Arab Emirates!) is a snap with Emirates. This popular airline has direct flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Dubai Airport.
Emirates is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
The most punctual carrier operating LOS to DXB flights is Emirates. Its services arrive as scheduled 78.33% of the time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Dubai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between LOS and DXB include:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Right now, ج.م. 19,675 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 26,181. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LOS to DXB.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Dubai Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Dubai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
64.68% of flights taking off from Murtala Muhammed International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Murtala Muhammed International Airport from central Lagos, it takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to LOS? If you've booked an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Dubai Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're coming in on a late Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Dubai Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
Pick up a Dubai Airport rental car and discover Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are popular outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Dubai Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Dubai. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Dubai Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LOS to DXB in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United Arab Emirates just waiting to be explored. Around 23 kilometres north-east of Dubai, a visit to Sharjah will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in United Arab Emirates, head for Abu Dhabi, about 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are among its highlights.
