Shortest Flight
Ethiopian Airlines
23 Nov, Mon
Lagos – Cairo
11h 5m
1 stop
LOS–CAI
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Quick Flight Summary from Lagos to Cairo
- Lowest recent price $407
- Direct flight duration 10 hour 35 min
- Direct airlines Egyptair
- Arrival airports CAI / CCE / SPX
- Best days to book Thursday, Friday
- Average over the last 30 days $361
Cheapest flights from Lagos to Cairo
Ethiopian Airlines
21 Nov, Sat
Lagos – Cairo
11h 5m
1 stop
LOS–CAI
Qatar Airways
16 Nov, Mon
Lagos – Cairo
14h
1 stop
LOS–CAI
Qatar Airways
18 Nov, Wed
Lagos – Cairo
12h 50m
1 stop
LOS–CAI
Qatar Airways
27 Oct, Tue
Lagos – Cairo
1d 2h 50m
1 stop
LOS–CAI
Qatar Airways
2 Nov, Mon
Lagos – Cairo
14h
1 stop
LOS–CAI
Royal Air Maroc
22 Oct, Thu
Lagos – Cairo
11h 15m
1 stop
LOS–CAI
Royal Air Maroc
23 Oct, Fri
Lagos – Cairo
23h 25m
1 stop
LOS–CAI
Royal Air Maroc
26 Oct, Mon
Lagos – Cairo
12h 25m
1 stop
LOS–CAI
Last update: 11 October 2026 21:33
Direct flights from Lagos to Cairo
Estimated Prices for Lagos to Cairo Flights
Cheapest Day23 November Monday
Best Price
$407
Average Price
$486
$607
$407
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- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Turkey's LCC Leader
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- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
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Transportation to Airport from Lagos City Center
Murtala Muhammed Intl. Airport
Murtala Muhammed Airport in Nigeria's Lagos province, Ikeja region can be reached easily from the city center with bus, okada, taxi or rental cars.
Bus
It is very easy to get to Murtala Muhammed Airport from the city center thanks to Lagos city buses operated by NURTW Cooperative and Lagbus. In Lagos, the roads used by buses are different from those used by regular cars, so they provide a fast transportation service without any traffic. To take advantage of the Modern and comfortable Lagos buses, all you have to do is to get a ticket from the sales points or vending machines at the stops.
Lagos buses might have different sizes but all are yellow. The name of the smallest buses type is known as ''danfo''. The “molue” buses, which are a bigger, travel more frequently between the city and the airport compared to others.
Okada
Okada motorcycles that you can use for your short trips are Lagos' most popular means of transportation. Okadas are quite fast so it is possible to get to your destination without losing time in the traffic. There are many okada motorcycles going directly to Murtala Muhammed Airport from Lagos city center.
Taxi
The safest, though not the cheapest, way to get around in Lagos is by taxi. Lagos taxis can be easily found at every corner of the city. Some taxi drivers do not use a taximeter, so it is advised that you negotiate according to the distance you are going to travel.
Taxis are usually opening with 500 Nigerian Naira. Then they demand 500 Naira per kilometer. If you choose to go to the airport by taxi from within the city, it would be useful to call one of these companies: Red Cab (+2347000733222), Corporate Cabs (+2348191166926) or Orange Cabs (+2347029119504).
Car Rental
Having an expressway linking Murtala Muhammed Airport and Lagos city center, shortens the duration of your journey incredibly. You can get to the airport in 25-30 minutes, instead of one hour, thanks to this highway.
Airport Information
Murtala Muhammed Airport, located 22 kilometers north-west of Lagos, is in the Ikeja region. As it is the largest and most modern airport in Nigeria, it has multiple facilities for its passengers.
In the airport with two terminals, facilities like duty free store and other stores, souvenir shops, eating and drinking areas, exchange office, bank and ATMs, travel agencies, car rental companies, free internet access, tourist information desks, recreation areas, VIP halls, etc. are available.
Transportation to Cairo City Center from Airport
Cairo Intl. Airport
Cairo International Airport is located approximately 22 kilometers from the city center. Many transportation options are available, including:
Taxi
Taxi is the fastest and most comfortable transportation option for traveling to the city center from Cairo International Airport. Make sure that taxis are metered and confirm with the driver before your trip. Also, you can use ride-hailing services as a more convenient alternative.
Hotel Shuttle
Many hotels offer hotel shuttle services to provide transportation from the airport. Make sure to double-check during booking if the hotel provides this service paid or free.
Car Rental
Car rental companies are available within the airport. This is one of the most comfortable options for traveling to Cairo from the airport. Make sure you have a valid international driving permit before renting a car.
Cairo Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Sunday
11 Oct
30°19°
Today
Monday
12 Oct
31°19°
Tuesday
13 Oct
32°19°
Wednesday
14 Oct
33°21°
Thursday
15 Oct
28°20°
More Information About Cairo
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Wingie offer the cheapest Lagos-Cairo flights?
How does Wingie offer the cheapest Lagos-Cairo flights?
When you search for Lagos-Cairo flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Lagos-Cairo flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
Which airports can I use for Lagos-Cairo flights?
Which airports can I use for Lagos-Cairo flights?
For Lagos-Cairo flights, you can use Murtala Muhammed Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Cairo Intl. Airport, Capital Intl. Airport, Sphinx Intl. Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Lagos-Cairo and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Lagos-Cairo and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Lagos-Cairo is 3915 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 4 hour 50 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Lagos-Cairo flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Lagos-Cairo flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Lagos-Cairo flights is Monday.
Which airlines offer direct flights between Lagos-Cairo?
Which airlines offer direct flights between Lagos-Cairo?
Ethiopian Airlines, Qatar Airways, Royal Air Maroc, Egyptair organizes direct flights between Lagos-Cairo.
Lagos-Cairo: which airline is better value on this route?
Lagos-Cairo: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Ethiopian Airlines starts from approximately $387.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Qatar Airways | $443 | Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage |
 Royal Air Maroc | $448 | Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 10 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Air Peace | $583 | Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Ethiopian Airlines | $387 | — |
Last update: 08.10.2026
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