We fly to Lagos daily

7 hour flight time

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London Heathrow (LHR)

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Visas and entry requirements

Entry requirements

 

Health Declaration form

 

Visa required. Apply here

 

What you need to know

Handy hints to help you hit the ground running in Lagos.

Local time

GMT +1 hour

Currency

Nigerian Naira (NGN)

Language

Hausa, Yoruba, and English

Electricity

230 volts 50Hz

Plug type D and G

 

 

Local transport

Pre-booked taxis are the easiest and safest way to travel from the airport and around Lagos. 

Airport Guides

Before you set off, take a look at our Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport guide.

Lagos airport guide 

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Discover Lagos

Curious to know more about Lagos? Check out our stories below for more inspiration

Don't stop the beat

From Fuji to Afrobeat, Lagos is at the heart of the Nigerian music scene. It's changing all the time so ask a local for tips on where to find the hottest gigs. 

Hit the beach

Lagos has more than a dozen gorgeous beaches, from the lively Bar Beach on Victoria Island, to the more peaceful Lighthouse Beach, which you might just have to yourself. 

Check out the view

You'll find the sacred Olumo Rock about an hour away from Lagos, in the town of Abeokuta. Hire a guide to explain its fascinating history on the walk to the top. 

Get ready to haggle

Sharpen up your bargaining skills and head to Jankara Market, which sells everything from fabric and jewellery to traditional medicine. Haggling isn’t just permitted – it's expected. 

Escape to the country

For a complete change of pace, head to the Lekki Conservation Centre. Take the 2km boardwalk trail, keeping your eyes open for monkeys, birds and even crocodiles. 

Why you’ll love flying with Virgin Atlantic

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Cabins and seats

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Inflight services

Whichever cabin you're travelling in, you'll enjoy exciting inflight entertainment and delicious food and drinks throughout the flight.

 

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