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Flights to Nigeria in 2025

Find the latest flights to Nigeria in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 70,647 searches and data was last updated on 26 March 2025.

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January

Cheapest in

May

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (HK$1,180 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Best time to book a flight to Nigeria

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Nigeria

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Nigeria?

The most popular airlines flying from Hong Kong to Nigeria are Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air.

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways

From HK$942

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

From HK$1,026

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Nigeria?

The cheapest airlines flying from Hong Kong to Nigeria are Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in Nigeria by month

Plan your trip to Nigeria by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nigeria ranges from 13.0 - 316.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 316.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Nigeria when rainfall is around 13.0 mm.

Temperature in Nigeria by month

Plan your trip to Nigeria by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nigeria, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Nigeria?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Nigeria in the last few years. This data was updated on 26 March 2025.
The most popular places in Nigeria to fly to are Lagos, Abuja, Kano, Port Harcourt and Enugu.

FAQs about flying to Nigeria

Nigeria climate

Nigeria’s climate is Humid sub-tropical. There are two seasons: wet and dry. The wet season runs from April to October. Between November and March temperatures are high and the sun beats down.

Getting around Nigeria

Nigeria is known as the “giant of Africa”. Given its size, the quickest way of getting around is by plane. Several airlines offer domestic Nigeria flights including Arik, which connects Abuja with Benin, Calabar, Enugu, Lagos and Port Harcourt.

Air Nigeria flies from Murtala Mohammed International Airport in Lagos to Abuja, Benin, Kano, Owerri, Sokoto and Calabar.

The rail system has been neglected greatly in the past. The Nigerian Railway Corporation runs the rails and it’s an inexpensive, if unreliable, way of getting around.

Several bus companies offer services around Nigeria. ABC Transport, for example, operates services in eastern, western and northern Nigeria. There are also shared taxis (for up to six people). Hiring a car with a driver is also a good option for travellers.

What is good to know if travelling to Nigeria?

  • Many travellers book flights to Nigeria for a stay on one of the country’s beautiful beaches. There are several along the Gulf of Guinea including Coconut Beach, west of Lagos; Bar Beach (or Victoria Beach) is very popular with Nigerians; Tarkwa Bay, a sheltered beach accessible by boat – rent a banana boat at Tarzan Jetty on Victoria Island; and Lekki Beach on the Lekki Peninsula.
  • The gateway to Abuja, the capital city, is Zuma Rock. It is 300 metres (984 feet) high and 1km (two-thirds of a mile) long.
  • Yankari National Park in the north east is said to have Nigeria’s only remaining wildlife. On about 2,244sq km (870sq mi), it has more than 50 species of mammal including elephant, baboon, antelope, hartebeest, lion and buffalo and more than 350 types of bird including stork, vulture and egret. It also boasts natural warm water springs.
  • The Cross River National Park is made up of two forest reserves (Bashi-Okwango and Oban Forest) and has the last remaining rain forest in Nigeria. At home in the park are forest elephants, the indigenous white-faced monkey, lowland gorillas, leopards and buffalo.
  • The dye pits in Kano are said to be Africa’s oldest. They are still in use and still owned by local crafts guilds. The third-largest city in Nigeria is also the centre of Islam. The beautiful central mosque – one of Nigeria’s largest – dates from the 1950s, replacing one built in the 1400s. See also the Emir’s Palace, which was built in the 15th century.
  • The Durbar is a military parade, held after Id-el Fitri (the end of Ramadan) and Ide-el Kabir (commemorates Prophet Ibrahim sacrificing a ram in place of his son). The most spectacular durbar is in Katsina. It starts with prayers, and then horsemen ride to the square in front of the Emir’s palace, where each village group, district, and noble house gather to pay homage to him.

  • When is the best time to fly to Nigeria?

    Peak season: October to January is high season when most visitors arrive on flights to Nigeria. Ramadan (the ninth month of the Muslim calendar), Eid al-Fitr and Easter are also busy times in Nigeria. Off season: In general, the low season is the wet season (April to October).

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Nigeria if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Nigeria on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Nigeria?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Qatar Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Nigeria.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Nigeria?

    Abuja is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Nigeria. One-way flights to Abuja typically cost HK$272, while return flights cost around HK$928.

  • How much is a return flight to Nigeria?

    A return flight to Nigeria will typically cost around HK$182, however they can be found for as little as HK$158.

  • Does Lagos Murtala Muhammed have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Lagos Murtala Muhammed can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Lagos Murtala Muhammed?

    Yes. Lagos Murtala Muhammed has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Legend Hotel Lagos Airport, Curio Collection by Hilton is the closest property to Lagos Murtala Muhammed (0.0 km away from Lagos Murtala Muhammed).

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