Lagos State
Travel from Lagos: flights, visas and trips abroad
Lagos is Nigeria's busiest departure point, with the widest choice of long-haul airlines and connections. Bemer Travels is based in Lagos, so flights, hotels, tours and visa assistance for Lagos travellers are handled by our own team.
Murtala Muhammed International Airport · LOS
Flying out of Lagos
Routes our team is asked about most from this part of Nigeria. Availability and fares change, so we confirm current options in writing before you book.
Lagos → London
Direct and one-stop options from Lagos
Lagos → Dubai
Popular for shopping, family trips and stopovers
Lagos → Johannesburg
Short-haul long weekend and business travel
Lagos → Istanbul
Frequent one-stop routings to Europe
Lagos → Toronto
Usually one stop via Europe or the Gulf
Lagos → Atlanta / New York
Direct and one-stop US routings
Local travel tips
Practical advice for Lagos travellers
Small things that make a departure from this city smoother.
Leave early for the airport
Traffic on the Third Mainland Bridge and around Ikeja can add well over an hour. For international departures, plan to be at the terminal at least three hours before take-off.
International and domestic terminals are separate
MMIA (international) and the domestic terminals sit on different sides of the airport. If you connect from a domestic flight, allow extra time to transfer between them.
Keep documents in one folder
Passport, visa, return ticket, hotel confirmation and yellow fever card where required. We prepare these as one pack for every itinerary we book.
Book long-haul fares early
Fares out of Lagos move quickly around December, Easter and the summer holidays. Earlier booking generally gives better choice of routing and seats.
How we help
Services for travellers from Lagos
Everything below is arranged remotely — quotes, documents and confirmations come to you in writing.
Flight booking
Compare routings out of Lagos and the nearest international gateway.
Learn moreVisa assistance
Document checklists, appointment guidance and supporting travel documents.
Learn moreHotel booking
Stays that match your visa paperwork and your budget.
Learn moreTravel insurance
Cover that meets the requirements of most visa applications.
Learn moreTours and experiences
Guided tours and day trips added to your itinerary.
Learn moreTravel documents checklist
What Nigerian travellers should have ready before departure.
Learn moreFAQs
Lagos travel questions
Do you help Lagos travellers with visas?
Yes. We provide visa assistance and application support — document checklists, appointment guidance and supporting itinerary documents. Visa decisions are made by embassies, never by Bemer Travels.
How early should I arrive at Lagos airport?
Three hours before an international departure is a safe target, plus buffer for Lagos traffic. Domestic flights normally need around two hours.
Can you book flights, hotel and airport transfer together?
Yes — send us your dates on WhatsApp and we will quote the flight, hotel, transfer and travel insurance as one plan.
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