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Airlines
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Per week
$8,500
From (est.)
11.5h
Nonstop
Lagos (LOS) → Washington (IAD)
Lagos
Murtala Muhammed International
DISTANCE
9 452 km
Washington
Dulles International
Flight time is an estimate: great-circle distance with ~8% routing adjustment and ~45 min ground operations. Actual block time depends on the carrier, winds, and specific service (check the airline schedule).
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Flights Lagos -> Washington (LOS-IAD) — USD Fares, Airlines, Frequency
Lagos to Washington connects Nigeria with the United States capital, with around 4 flights a week. The route carries the large Nigerian community in the Washington area visiting family, business travellers, students and connecting passengers. Block time is around eleven and a half hours.
Airlines on this route
United Airlines operates LOS-IAD, flying a full-service widebody with a checked baggage allowance and meals included. Washington Dulles is a United hub, so the route feeds a wide network of onward connections across the United States.
| Carrier | Baggage baseline | Alliance |
|---|---|---|
| UA (UA) | 23 kg | — |
USD fares — LOS-IAD
LOS-IAD fares move with the family calendar — the December holidays and the summer are the busiest and most expensive. For those dates, booking three to five months ahead is sensible. Outside the peaks, eight to twelve weeks usually secures a workable economy fare in USD.
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About Washington
Washington is the capital of the United States, home to a substantial Nigerian community in its wider metropolitan area. For travellers from Lagos it is most often a family-visit destination, as well as a business and institutional one.
FAQ
Which airlines fly Lagos to Washington? Direct LOS-IAD flights are operated by UA. Compare baggage baseline and alliance in the carrier table above.
How long is the LOS-IAD flight and how often does it run? Block time is about 11.5 hours. The LOS-IAD route runs roughly 4 flights per week across all carriers.
How much does a LOS-IAD flight cost and when is it cheapest? Typical economy fares sit in the $800-2,200 USD band. Book 8-14 weeks ahead for UK/US diaspora corridors; school-holiday and December peaks add 30-60%.
What is the checked baggage allowance on LOS-IAD? It varies by carrier and fare class — see the baggage-baseline column in the carrier table above. Full-service carriers usually include 23-30 kg, while low-cost carriers sell it as an add-on. Confirm on the airline’s site before booking. Diaspora travellers should check each carrier’s extra-baggage uplift.
What currency is used in Washington? Washington uses USD. Fares in this guide are quoted in USD; budget on-the-ground spending in USD.
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