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 22h 55m on average. Another popular route from Nigeria to California is flying from Abuja to Los Angeles, which will take roughly 25h 03m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 7 as of March 2026.

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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8:50 pm - 11:40 am

LOS

LAX

22h 50m

1 stop

1:25 pm - 7:05 pm

LAX

LOS

21h 40m

1 stop

$1,083Turkish Airlines

Sun, Apr 12 - Sun, Apr 19

8:50 pm - 6:15 pm

LOS

LAX

29h 25m

1 stop

1:25 pm - 7:05 pm

LAX

LOS

21h 40m

1 stop

$1,114Turkish Airlines

Sun, Apr 12 - Sun, Apr 19

8:50 pm - 4:40 pm

LOS

SFO

27h 50m

1 stop

12:55 pm - 7:05 pm

SFO

LOS

22h 10m

1 stop

$1,115Turkish Airlines

Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 20

8:50 pm - 11:40 am

LOS

LAX

22h 50m

1 stop

8:10 pm - 7:05 pm

LAX

LOS

38h 55m

1 stop

$1,118Turkish Airlines

Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 20

10:50 pm - 6:20 pm

LOS

LAX

27h 30m

1 stop

3:45 pm - 6:45 pm

LAX

LOS

19h 00m

1 stop

$1,220British Airways

Fri, May 29 - Tue, Sep 29

7:55 am - 9:16 am

ABV

LAX

33h 21m

2 stops

6:00 pm - 4:50 am

LAX

ABV

26h 50m

1 stop

$1,268British Airways

Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 5

11:55 pm - 5:52 pm

LOS

ONT

25h 57m

2 stops

6:59 pm - 2:25 pm

ONT

LOS

35h 26m

2 stops

$1,436United Airlines

Wed, Apr 29 - Wed, May 6

11:55 pm - 6:23 pm

LOS

LAS

26h 28m

2 stops

9:37 am - 2:25 pm

LAS

LOS

20h 48m

2 stops

$1,436United Airlines

Wed, Apr 1 - Tue, Jun 9

11:55 pm - 4:09 pm

LOS

BUR

24h 14m

2 stops

9:47 am - 9:30 pm

BUR

LOS

27h 43m

2 stops

$1,521Air France

Mon, Apr 27 - Mon, May 4

11:45 am - 11:15 pm

LOS

LAS

19h 30m

1 stop

6:10 am - 9:45 am

LAS

LOS

19h 35m

1 stop

$1,548Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Apr 21 - Sun, Apr 26

American Airlines flights from Nigeria to California

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American Airlines

May 29

LOS10:50 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

27h 30m

2 stops

LAX6:20 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Sep 29

LAX10:52 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

23h 53m

2 stops

LOS6:45 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

$1,234

American Airlines

Mar 31

ABV7:55 amAbuja

33h 18m

2 stops

LAS9:13 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Dec 1

LAS2:54 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

29h 51m

2 stops

ABV5:45 amAbuja

$1,281

American Airlines

May 29

LOS10:50 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

27h 30m

2 stops

LAX6:20 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Sep 29

LAX10:20 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

24h 25m

2 stops

LOS6:45 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

$1,287

Qatar Airways flights from Nigeria to California

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Qatar Airways

May 22

ABV1:20 pmAbuja

32h 40m

1 stop

LAX2:00 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Jun 16

LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

30h 25m

1 stop

ABV6:45 amAbuja

$1,309

Qatar Airways

May 1

LOS3:05 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

30h 55m

1 stop

LAX2:00 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

May 17

LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

30h 25m

1 stop

LOS6:45 amLagos Murtala Muhammed

$1,312

Qatar Airways

May 23

ABV1:30 pmAbuja

32h 30m

1 stop

LAX2:00 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Jun 16

LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

30h 25m

1 stop

ABV6:45 amAbuja

$1,325

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LagosLos Angeles

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Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 4/12

8:50 pm-11:40 am

1 stop22h 50m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 4/19

1:25 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$1,083

LagosLos Angeles

LOS - LAX

LOSLAX

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 4/12

8:50 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop29h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 4/19

1:25 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$1,114

LagosSan Francisco

LOS - SFO

LOSSFO

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 4/13

8:50 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop27h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

12:55 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$1,115

LagosLos Angeles

LOS - LAX

LOSLAX

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 4/13

8:50 pm-11:40 am

1 stop22h 50m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 4/20

8:10 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop38h 55m

$1,118

LagosLos Angeles

LOS - LAX

LOSLAX

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Fri 5/29

10:50 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 9/29

3:45 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$1,220

AbujaLos Angeles

ABV - LAX

ABVLAX

Abuja

Tue 4/28

7:55 am-9:16 am

2 stops33h 21m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

6:00 pm-4:50 am

1 stop26h 50m

$1,268

LagosOntario

LOS - ONT

LOSONT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 4/29

11:55 pm-5:52 pm

2 stops25h 57m

Ontario

Wed 5/6

6:59 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops35h 26m

$1,436

LagosLas Vegas

LOS - LAS

LOSLAS

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 4/1

11:55 pm-6:23 pm

2 stops26h 28m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 6/9

9:37 am-2:25 pm

2 stops20h 48m

$1,436

LagosBurbank

LOS - BUR

LOSBUR

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 4/27

11:55 pm-4:09 pm

2 stops24h 14m

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 5/4

9:47 am-9:30 pm

2 stops27h 43m

$1,521

Quickest round-trip

LagosLas Vegas

LOS - LAS

LOSLAS

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 4/21

11:45 am-11:15 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 4/26

6:10 am-9:45 am

1 stop19h 35m

$1,548

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of February is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Nigeria averaging around $1,337.

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 $1,521 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 $1,194 on momondo.

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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 7 as of March 2026.
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 4,258 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,176	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,800 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom $1,225	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,546 reviews	Search Air France flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,228	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,434 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,432	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,543 reviews	Search Emirates flights
KLM	PriceFrom $1,462	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,473 reviews	Search KLM flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $1,511	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 682 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights

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