What airlines fly to California?

Turkish Airlines, British Airways and Air France are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Nigeria according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

How long is the flight from Nigeria to California?

Flight times from Nigeria to California vary, but if you’re flying out of Lagos and flying into Los Angeles (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 21h 55m on average. Another popular route from Nigeria to California is flying from Abuja to Los Angeles, which will take roughly 26h 35m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Prices for flights from Nigeria to California are updated daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Nigeria to California is 8 as of July 2025.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Nigeria to California.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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11:10 pm - 11:32 pmLOS-RNO

33h 22m2 stops

5:44 am - 5:50 pmRNO-LOS

51h 06m2 stops

$1,181British Airways

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Sat, Nov 8 - Wed, Nov 12

11:10 pm - 11:32 pmLOS-RNO

33h 22m2 stops

2:57 pm - 5:50 pmRNO-LOS

41h 53m2 stops

$1,182British Airways

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Sat, Nov 8 - Wed, Nov 12

11:55 pm - 1:39 pmLOS-LAX

21h 44m2 stops

10:52 am - 2:25 pmLAX-LOS

19h 33m2 stops

$1,301United Airlines

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Fri, Sep 19 - Thu, Oct 2

11:55 pm - 12:32 pmLOS-ONT

20h 37m2 stops

9:36 am - 2:25 pmONT-LOS

20h 49m2 stops

$1,301United Airlines

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Fri, Sep 19 - Thu, Oct 2

8:50 pm - 4:40 pmLOS-SFO

27h 50m1 stop

6:45 pm - 7:05 pmSFO-LOS

40h 20m1 stop

$1,304Turkish Airlines

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Mon, Sep 22 - Thu, Oct 16

8:50 pm - 6:00 pmLOS-LAX

29h 10m1 stop

7:55 pm - 7:05 pmLAX-LOS

39h 10m1 stop

$1,332Turkish Airlines

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Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 22

11:50 pm - 10:29 pmLOS-SAN

30h 39m2 stops

10:00 am - 9:30 pmSAN-LOS

27h 30m2 stops

$1,395Air France

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Tue, Sep 30 - Wed, Apr 1

11:50 pm - 3:25 pmLOS-SAN

23h 35m2 stops

2:00 pm - 9:30 pmSAN-LOS

23h 30m2 stops

$1,405Air France

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Tue, Sep 30 - Tue, Mar 31

11:50 pm - 6:25 pmLOS-LAX

26h 35m1 stop

3:15 pm - 8:10 pmLAX-LOS

20h 55m2 stops

$1,572KLM

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Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20

10:20 pm - 11:50 amLOS-LAX

21h 30m1 stop

2:15 pm - 9:00 pmLAX-LOS

21h 45m2 stops

$1,652KLM

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Ethiopian Air flights from Nigeria to California

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Ethiopian Air

Sep 11

LOS9:15 amLagos Murtala Muhammed

34h 58m

2 stops

LAX12:13 pmLos Angeles

Sep 18

LAX7:30 amLos Angeles

25h 45m

2 stops

LOS5:15 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

$1,254

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Ethiopian Air

Sep 12

LOS9:15 amLagos Murtala Muhammed

34h 58m

2 stops

LAX12:13 pmLos Angeles

Sep 19

LAX11:16 pmLos Angeles

29h 09m

2 stops

LOS12:25 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

$1,333

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Sep 18

ABV10:10 amAbuja

34h 03m

2 stops

LAX12:13 pmLos Angeles

Oct 16

LAX7:35 amLos Angeles

25h 25m

2 stops

ABV5:00 pmAbuja

$1,364

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Qatar Airways flights from Nigeria to California

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Qatar Airways

Sep 19

LOS3:05 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

30h 55m

1 stop

LAX2:00 pmLos Angeles

Oct 2

LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles

31h 05m

1 stop

LOS7:25 amLagos Murtala Muhammed

$1,297

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Qatar Airways

Oct 1

LOS3:05 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

37h 14m

2 stops

SAN8:19 pmSan Diego

Apr 2

SAN9:59 pmSan Diego

55h 36m

2 stops

LOS1:35 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

$1,349

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Qatar Airways

Sep 29

LOS8:55 amLagos Murtala Muhammed

57h 55m

2 stops

SAN10:50 amSan Diego

Apr 1

SAN9:59 pmSan Diego

31h 36m

2 stops

LOS1:35 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

$1,352

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LagosReno

LOS - RNO

LOSRNO

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 11/8

11:10 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops33h 22m

Reno

Wed 11/12

5:44 am-5:50 pm

2 stops51h 06m

$1,181

LagosReno

LOS - RNO

LOSRNO

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 11/8

11:10 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops33h 22m

Reno

Wed 11/12

2:57 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops41h 53m

$1,182

LagosLos Angeles

LOS - LAX

LOSLAX

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Fri 9/19

11:55 pm-1:39 pm

2 stops21h 44m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/2

10:52 am-2:25 pm

2 stops19h 33m

$1,301

LagosOntario

LOS - ONT

LOSONT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Fri 9/19

11:55 pm-12:32 pm

2 stops20h 37m

Ontario

Thu 10/2

9:36 am-2:25 pm

2 stops20h 49m

$1,301

LagosSan Francisco

LOS - SFO

LOSSFO

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 9/22

8:50 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop27h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 10/16

6:45 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop40h 20m

$1,304

LagosLos Angeles

LOS - LAX

LOSLAX

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 9/15

8:50 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop29h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/22

7:55 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop39h 10m

$1,332

LagosSan Diego

LOS - SAN

LOSSAN

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 9/30

11:50 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops30h 39m

San Diego

Wed 4/1

10:00 am-9:30 pm

2 stops27h 30m

$1,395

LagosSan Diego

LOS - SAN

LOSSAN

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 9/30

11:50 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops23h 35m

San Diego

Tue 3/31

2:00 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops23h 30m

$1,405

LagosLos Angeles

LOS - LAX

LOSLAX

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 9/13

11:50 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop26h 35m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/20

3:15 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops20h 55m

$1,572

LagosLos Angeles

LOS - LAX

LOSLAX

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 8/28

10:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop21h 30m

Los Angeles

Thu 11/27

2:15 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops21h 45m

$1,652

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of April is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Nigeria averaging around $1,303.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from Nigeria to California is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $1,410. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Sunday is $1,649.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,447. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $1,564 on average. Flights to California from Nigeria in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Nigeria when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $1,549 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Nigeria for as low as $1,290 on momondo.

Cheap Nigeria to California flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$837
Fastest flight time	17h 52m
Direct flights	None
Airports in California	7 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Nigeria in the past 72 hours is $837. The best round-trip flight deal from Nigeria to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,181.

The fastest flight from Nigeria to California takes 17h 52m

There are no direct flights from Nigeria to California. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Abuja Airport - Los Angeles Airport, Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport - San Francisco Airport and Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport - Los Angeles Airport.

There are 7 airports near California: San Diego (SAN), Los Angeles (LAX), Reno (RNO), Ontario (ONT), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA), San Francisco (SFO), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Nigeria to California?
Prices for flights from Nigeria to California are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Nigeria to California?
The number of operators available for flights from Nigeria to California is 8 as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Nigeria to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Nigeria to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Nigeria to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,106	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,933 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,161	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,222 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,218	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom $1,221	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,465 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom $1,231	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,383 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,297	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,432	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,300 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,445	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,275 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $1,455	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 655 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights

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