Flights to Nigeria — from African airports
Travelers reach Nigeria from 3 African airports on 3 catalogued routes, served by South African Airways, Arik Air. This corridor sits in the intra-Africa + Gulf hub transit corridor. This page aggregates every catalogued route to Nigeria — with the airlines, weekly frequency and a link to each route’s fare guide. Fares are quoted in USD.
Routes to Nigeria
| Route | Carriers | Frequency | Per-route guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lagos (LOS) -> Abuja (ABV) | W3 | ~42/wk | guide |
| Johannesburg (JNB) -> Lagos (LOS) | W3, SA | ~14/wk | guide |
| Accra (ACC) -> Lagos (LOS) | W3 | ~14/wk | guide |
Visa & currency
Visa: requirements vary by passport — most African nationals need a visa or eVisa; some destinations offer visa-on-arrival. Check the embassy or official immigration portal before booking.
Currency: NGN. Plan on-the-ground spending in NGN; compare airfares in USD.
When to book
Book 4-8 weeks ahead. Fares rise around the December holidays; mid-week departures are usually the cheapest. See each per-route guide above for month-by-month fare seasonality.
Departure airports for Nigeria
FAQ
Do I need a visa for Nigeria? Visa requirements vary by passport — most African nationals need a visa or eVisa, and some destinations offer visa-on-arrival. Check the embassy or official immigration portal before booking.
What currency is used in Nigeria? Nigeria uses NGN. Plan on-the-ground spending in NGN and compare airfares in USD.
How many routes go to Nigeria from Africa? Our catalogue lists 3 routes to Nigeria from 3 African airports — see the table above.
When are flights to Nigeria cheapest? Book 4-8 weeks ahead. Fares rise around the December holidays; mid-week departures are usually the cheapest.
Which airlines fly to Nigeria? Carriers on routes to Nigeria include South African Airways, Arik Air. See the per-route airlines in the table above.
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