Flying from Ottawa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): What you need to know
The timezone in Lagos is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Ottawa. Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport is located in Lagos.
To ensure you catch your flight from Ottawa to LOS, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The journey from central Ottawa to YOW takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Ottawa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
58% of flights that leave from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
YOW's address is 50 Airport Road.
About Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
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Getting from Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
From Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport, central Lagos is around 23 kilometres away. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport is ج.م. 41,458. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 58,832. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Ottawa to LOS, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Ottawa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
November is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS). Visit Lagos in September for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Ottawa to LOS plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in Lagos, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
August sees temperatures of between 23ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Lagos
Start your Lagos trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Old Lagos Prison (Freedom Park), Boat Cruise Ng and Freedom Park Lagos are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Lagos itinerary.
Explore more of Nigeria
Lagos has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Nigeria you'll want to see. About 113 kilometres northeast of Lagos, a trip to Ibadan will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Oyo State Cultural Centre, Alaro Central Mosque and Agodi Gardens.
Benin City is another essential stop in Nigeria and is around 257 kilometres east of Lagos. No trip is complete without seeing Benin National Museum, Okomu National Park and botanical garden.
