Traveling from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
The timezone in Lagos is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Dakar.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your DSS to LOS flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Getting to Lagos (and then exploring more of Nigeria!) is a snap with Air Peace. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
Air Peace is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between DSS and LOS include:
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
$446 is currently the best price for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $819. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from DSS to LOS, book your trip eight months ahead of your planned departure.
Organize your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from DSS to LOS by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Of the departures from Blaise Diagne International Airport, 66.96% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Dakar to Blaise Diagne International Airport is around 64 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
If you've booked an early flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) at Studio Meublé. KËR Mouna is another handy option near DSS.
Arriving at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Blaise Diagne International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LOS instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis and experience more of Lagos and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Murtala Muhammed International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Murtala Muhammed International Airport to central Lagos has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometers away.
Traveling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The quietest month for a flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Lagos based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport for January if you'd like to visit Lagos during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DSS to LOS in August. Average temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Nigeria
You've seen Lagos, now it's time to discover other corners of Nigeria. Travel about 113 kilometers north-east to Ibadan to tick off its popular sights. From Agodi Gardens to Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 434 kilometers south-east of Lagos, Port Harcourt is another favorite stop in Nigeria. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Port Harcourt Zoo, Bori Camp Central Mosque and Garden City Amusement Park.