What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Nigeria?

Royal Air Maroc, Qatar Airways, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from California to Nigeria

What airlines fly to Nigeria?

Turkish Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nigeria from California according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Nigeria. Keep in mind that there are 16 different airlines that fly to Nigeria on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from California to Nigeria?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Nigeria you fly into. For example, flying from Santa Ana to Lagos takes 22h on average. On the other hand, flying from Los Angeles to Lagos takes 23h 45m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Nigeria?

Prices for flights from California to Nigeria are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Nigeria?

The number of operators available for flights from California to Nigeria is 16 as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Nigeria?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Nigeria.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nigeria?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Nigeria trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:15 pm - 5:50 amLAX Los Angeles-ABV Abuja

26h 35m2 stops Madrid Barajas London Heathrow

8:45 am - 4:40 pmABV Abuja-LAX Los Angeles

40h 55m2 stops London Heathrow Madrid Barajas

$843Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 30

9:20 am - 5:50 amLAX Los Angeles-ABV Abuja

35h 30m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V

6:50 am - 7:20 amABV Abuja-LAX Los Angeles

33h 30m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V

$1,013Royal Air Maroc

Sun, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 30

9:20 am - 6:05 pmLAX Los Angeles-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

23h 45m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V

7:05 pm - 8:51 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-LAX Los Angeles

58h 46m2 stops Casablanca Mohamed V New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,147Royal Air Maroc

Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 7

3:10 pm - 8:20 pmSFO San Francisco-ABV Abuja

20h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

9:50 pm - 12:55 pmABV Abuja-SFO San Francisco

24h 05m2 stops Lome Paris Charles de Gaulle

$1,148Delta

Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Feb 6

3:10 pm - 8:20 pmSFO San Francisco-ABV Abuja

20h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

9:50 pm - 12:55 pmABV Abuja-SFO San Francisco

24h 05m2 stops Lome Paris Charles de Gaulle

$1,148Delta

Tue, Jan 26 - Wed, Feb 3

3:10 pm - 8:20 pmSFO San Francisco-ABV Abuja

20h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

9:50 pm - 12:55 pmABV Abuja-SFO San Francisco

24h 05m2 stops Lome Paris Charles de Gaulle

$1,148KLM

Sun, Jan 24 - Wed, Feb 3

7:15 am - 8:20 pmSFO San Francisco-ABV Abuja

28h 05m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

9:50 pm - 12:55 pmABV Abuja-SFO San Francisco

24h 05m2 stops Lome Paris Charles de Gaulle

$1,152Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jan 24 - Wed, Feb 3

12:45 pm - 9:40 pmLAX Los Angeles-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

47h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:30 pm - 12:33 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-LAX Los Angeles

33h 03m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,167Kenya Airways

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

10:40 pm - 11:30 amLAX Los Angeles-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

51h 50m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:30 pm - 9:15 amLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-LAX Los Angeles

53h 45m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,231Kenya Airways

Sun, Nov 22 - Mon, Nov 30

12:18 pm - 9:05 pmONT Ontario-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

23h 47m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol

11:05 pm - 4:24 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-ONT Ontario

26h 19m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Salt Lake City

$7,974KLM

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18

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10:35 pm - 11:40 amLAX Los Angeles-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

29h 05m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole

1:05 pm - 3:19 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-LAX Los Angeles

34h 14m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,191Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Oct 5

4:20 pm - 1:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

36h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

8:55 am - 6:46 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-LAX Los Angeles

41h 51m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,202Qatar Airways

Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29

4:20 pm - 1:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

36h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

8:55 am - 6:46 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-LAX Los Angeles

41h 51m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,202Qatar Airways

Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28

11:00 pm - 11:40 amLAX Los Angeles-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

28h 40m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole

1:05 pm - 3:19 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-LAX Los Angeles

34h 14m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,205Ethiopian Air

Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Oct 5

5:25 pm - 1:00 pmLAX Los Angeles-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

35h 35m1 stop Cairo

2:00 pm - 1:20 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-LAX Los Angeles

31h 20m1 stop Cairo

$1,244Egyptair

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Oct 11

4:40 pm - 3:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

38h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

5:45 pm - 2:25 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-LAX Los Angeles

28h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,302Emirates

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Oct 7

4:40 pm - 3:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

38h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

5:45 pm - 2:25 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-LAX Los Angeles

28h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,302Emirates

Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 12

5:25 pm - 1:00 pmLAX Los Angeles-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

35h 35m1 stop Cairo

2:00 pm - 1:20 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-LAX Los Angeles

31h 20m1 stop Cairo

$1,306Egyptair

Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Oct 11

8:17 am - 4:00 pmLAX Los Angeles-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

23h 43m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Lome

11:50 am - 12:45 amLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-LAX Los Angeles

20h 55m2 stops Lome Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,310Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30

7:59 pm - 7:25 amONT Ontario-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

51h 26m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

2:45 pm - 6:00 pmLOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed-ONT Ontario

35h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,373Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 12

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Emirates flights from California to Nigeria

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Emirates

Nov 4

LAX3:35 pmLos Angeles

39h 35m

1 stop

LOS4:10 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

Nov 11

LOS5:55 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

27h 50m

1 stop

LAX12:45 pmLos Angeles

$1,185

Emirates

Mar 1

LAX3:35 pmLos Angeles

39h 35m

1 stop

LOS4:10 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

Mar 31

LOS5:45 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

28h 30m

1 stop

LAX2:15 pmLos Angeles

$1,190

Emirates

Oct 5

LAX4:40 pmLos Angeles

39h 10m

1 stop

LOS3:50 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

Oct 29

LOS5:55 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

27h 55m

1 stop

LAX1:50 pmLos Angeles

$1,282

Qatar Airways flights from California to Nigeria

Our best Qatar Airways deals on California to Nigeria flight tickets

Qatar Airways

Sep 25

LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles

36h 55m

1 stop

LOS1:15 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

Sep 28

LOS8:55 amLagos Murtala Muhammed

41h 51m

2 stops

LAX6:46 pmLos Angeles

$1,202

Qatar Airways

Oct 22

LAX7:35 pmLos Angeles

58h 25m

2 stops

LOS2:00 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

Oct 26

LOS9:15 amLagos Murtala Muhammed

36h 35m

1 stop

LAX1:50 pmLos Angeles

$1,235

Qatar Airways

Sep 24

LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles

36h 55m

1 stop

LOS1:15 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

Sep 27

LOS8:55 amLagos Murtala Muhammed

41h 51m

2 stops

LAX6:46 pmLos Angeles

$1,241

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Los AngelesAbuja

LAX Los Angeles - ABV Abuja

LAXABV

Los Angeles

Sun 1/10

6:15 pm-5:50 am

2 stops26h 35m

Abuja

Sat 1/30

8:45 am-4:40 pm

2 stops40h 55m

$843

Los AngelesAbuja

LAX Los Angeles - ABV Abuja

LAXABV

Los Angeles

Sun 1/10

9:20 am-5:50 am

1 stop35h 30m

Abuja

Sat 1/30

6:50 am-7:20 am

1 stop33h 30m

$1,013

Los AngelesLagos

LAX Los Angeles - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

LAXLOS

Los Angeles

Tue 11/24

9:20 am-6:05 pm

1 stop23h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 12/7

7:05 pm-8:51 pm

2 stops58h 46m

$1,147

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San FranciscoAbuja

SFO San Francisco - ABV Abuja

SFOABV

San Francisco

Tue 1/26

3:10 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Abuja

Sat 2/6

9:50 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$1,148

San FranciscoAbuja

SFO San Francisco - ABV Abuja

SFOABV

San Francisco

Tue 1/26

3:10 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Abuja

Wed 2/3

9:50 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$1,148

San FranciscoAbuja

SFO San Francisco - ABV Abuja

SFOABV

San Francisco

Sun 1/24

3:10 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Abuja

Wed 2/3

9:50 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$1,148

San FranciscoAbuja

SFO San Francisco - ABV Abuja

SFOABV

San Francisco

Sun 1/24

7:15 am-8:20 pm

2 stops28h 05m

Abuja

Wed 2/3

9:50 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$1,152

Los AngelesLagos

LAX Los Angeles - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

LAXLOS

Los Angeles

Tue 11/10

12:45 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops47h 55m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 11/16

12:30 pm-12:33 pm

2 stops33h 03m

$1,167

Los AngelesLagos

LAX Los Angeles - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

LAXLOS

Los Angeles

Sun 11/22

10:40 pm-11:30 am

2 stops51h 50m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 11/30

12:30 pm-9:15 am

2 stops53h 45m

$1,231

OntarioLagos

ONT Ontario - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

ONTLOS

Ontario

Wed 11/11

12:18 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops23h 47m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 11/18

11:05 pm-4:24 pm

2 stops26h 19m

$7,974

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nigeria?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Nigeria from California during October instead. Flights to Nigeria in October, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $1,262.

How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Nigeria?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nigeria from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nigeria for around $1,465 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nigeria from California for as low as $1,500 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Nigeria flights?

You could potentially save up to 12% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Nigeria flight.

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Best Price Found	$658
Fastest flight time	21h 23m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Nigeria from California in the past 72 hours is $658. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Nigeria found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $843.

The fastest flight from California to Nigeria takes 21h 23m

There are no direct flights from California to Nigeria. There are no popular flight routes from California to Nigeria.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Nigeria

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Nigeria?
Prices for flights from California to Nigeria are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Nigeria?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Nigeria is 16 as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Nigeria?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Nigeria.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nigeria?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Nigeria trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Nigeria

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from California to Nigeria with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $731	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,075 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom $867	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,651 reviews	Search Air France flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $873	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 694 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
KLM	PriceFrom $887	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,575 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $917	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,461 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Royal Air Maroc	PriceFrom $929	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.2 625 reviews	Search Royal Air Maroc flights
Delta	PriceFrom $931	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,593 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $978	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,228 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,046	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,732 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,092	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,228 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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