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Cheap flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R6 120

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LOS — JNB
Feb 26 — Mar 51
1 adult

The best prices from Lagos Murtala Muhammed to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in March or April, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Lagos to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lagos (LOS) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 770

One-way from

R6 120

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R11 024

Good round-trip deal

R11 586 or less

Good one-way deal

R11 586 or less
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 17/3-30/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 20m total
  • Lagos to Johannesburg
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Air Côte d’Ivoire
  • Air Côte d’Ivoire
  • 13/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 20m total
  • Lagos to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R14 966 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 534 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Cheapest flights from Lagos to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lagos to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Mon 17/31:30LOS - JNB
1 stop12h 10mTAAG
Fri 30/516:40JNB - LOS
1 stop21h 10mTAAG
Deal found 20/2R9 770
Thu 27/219:30LOS - JNB
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/316:40JNB - LOS
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2R10 121
Thu 20/319:30LOS - JNB
1 stop15h 15mUganda Airlines
Wed 26/312:50JNB - LOS
1 stop30h 40mUganda Airlines
Deal found 20/2R10 287
Thu 20/312:25LOS - JNB
1 stop26h 25mKenya Airways
Thu 27/312:10JNB - LOS
1 stop10h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/2R11 890
Wed 26/213:40LOS - JNB
1 stop13h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/323:00JNB - LOS
1 stop14h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/2R13 033
Thu 20/39:15LOS - JNB
3 stops14h 35mASKY
Wed 26/34:00JNB - LOS
3 stops14h 00mASKY
Deal found 20/2R13 218
Fri 23/515:00LOS - JNB
1 stop10h 20mRwandAir
Wed 23/73:10JNB - LOS
1 stop10h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 20/2R13 605
Fri 21/212:10LOS - JNB
1 stop26h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 24/216:50JNB - LOS
2 stops41h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2R17 034
Thu 20/321:50LOS - JNB
Nonstop5h 55mSouth African
Wed 26/315:10JNB - LOS
Nonstop6h 20mSouth African
Deal found 20/2R17 513

Find flights from Lagos to OR Tambo within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Lagos to OR Tambo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

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Lagos

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 17/3

1:30-14:40

1 stop12h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/5

16:40-12:50

1 stop21h 10m

R9 770

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 20/3

19:30-11:45

1 stop15h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/3

12:50-18:30

1 stop30h 40m

R10 287

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 20/3

10:50-1:55

2 stops14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/3

16:40-23:50

1 stop8h 10m

R10 305

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 20/3

12:25-15:50

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/3

12:10-21:45

1 stop10h 35m

R11 890

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 20/3

13:40-3:55

1 stop13h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/3

23:00-12:25

1 stop14h 25m

R12 702

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 20/3

9:15-0:50

3 stops14h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/3

4:00-17:00

3 stops14h 00m

R13 218

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Fri 23/5

15:00-2:20

1 stop10h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/7

3:10-12:40

1 stop10h 30m

R13 605

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 20/3

21:50-4:45

Nonstop5h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/3

15:10-20:30

Nonstop6h 20m

R17 513

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 28/4

8:55-4:00

1 stop18h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/5

9:05-7:25

3 stops23h 20m

R18 158

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 20/3

17:55-20:50

1 stop25h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/3

13:25-16:10

1 stop27h 45m

R22 601

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Best time to book a flight from Lagos to OR Tambo

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Travel insights for flights from Lagos to OR Tambo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Lagos to OR Tambo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Lagos to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LOS to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Lagos to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 39% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Lagos to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Lagos to Johannesburg, such as Emirates, ASKY and South African. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 279 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

6,0
Good

Johan,Oct 2023

AMS - DXB

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 279 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 279 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

6,0
Good

Johan,Oct 2023

AMS - DXB

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

ASKY
7,6
Good
52 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 279 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

6,0
Good

Johan,Oct 2023

AMS - DXB

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

South African
7,5
Good
44 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 279 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

6,0
Good

Johan,Oct 2023

AMS - DXB

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 610 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 279 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

6,0
Good

Johan,Oct 2023

AMS - DXB

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

RwandAir
7,2
Good
28 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 279 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

6,0
Good

Johan,Oct 2023

AMS - DXB

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lagos to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    If you book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Lagos, you will be flying from Murtala Muhammed, which is the city’s only airport. Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS) is located 8,0 km from the centre of Lagos. There are 0 flights from Murtala Muhammed to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 10 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Flying on TAAG is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with prices starting at R9 770. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Uganda Airlines and Kenya Airways, with the lowest prices starting at R10 287 and R11 890, respectively. You may be able to fly from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 17% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Côte d’Ivoire, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R6 120. Uganda Airlines flights start at R6 139 while deals on TAAG start at R6 968 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    While on average a flight from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally R25 696, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R9 774. When looking at the most popular route, (Lagos Murtala Muhammed - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R9 863 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights departing from Lagos and landing in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport stopover in Luanda most frequently. Abidjan follows Luanda in terms of the most common stopover location on Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights. Kinshasa sees the third most stopovers on flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Flights departing from Lagos and landing in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport stopover in Addis Ababa least frequently. Nairobi follows Addis Ababa in terms of the least common stopover location on Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights. Kigali sees the third fewest flights with stopovers for the Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lagos to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Lagos to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Lagos to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Lagos to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Lagos to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lagos to OR Tambo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Lagos to OR Tambo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Lagos to OR Tambo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air Côte d’IvoireCheapestR6 717AverageR10 040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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ASKYCheapestR7 986AverageR14 331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR9 186AverageR10 227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR9 265AverageR10 459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 453AverageR10 950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 747AverageR12 934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air PeaceCheapestR10 979AverageR11 374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR11 351AverageR17 368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestR11 641AverageR12 519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EgyptairCheapestR12 542AverageR15 083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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