Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Nigeria flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 45% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from United States to Nigeria on average per week?

17 flights are operational weekly from United States to Nigeria as of March 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 18% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Nigeria flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How long is the flight from United States to Nigeria?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in United States you fly out of and what airport in Nigeria you fly into. For example, flying from New York to Lagos takes 14h on average. On the other hand, flying from Boston to Lagos takes 19h 10m 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.

How often are flights from the United States to Nigeria delayed?

Historically, on average around 45% of flights between United States and Nigeria have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 189 minutes.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from United States to Nigeria?

Egyptair, Royal Air Maroc, and Kenya Airways are the most popular carriers operating from United States to Nigeria

What airlines fly to Nigeria?

Delta, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nigeria from United States according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Nigeria. Keep in mind that there are 20 different airlines that fly to Nigeria on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from United States to Nigeria refresh daily.

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There are 19 operators available for flights from United States to Nigeria as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from United States 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 United States to Nigeria.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Nigeria can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Nigeria. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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9:45 pm - 7:05 pm

IAD

LOS

40h 20m

1 stop

8:50 pm - 11:35 am

LOS

IAD

19h 45m

1 stop

$923Turkish Airlines

mié., abr. 22 - mié., may. 6

1:20 pm - 7:05 pm

IAD

LOS

24h 45m

1 stop

8:50 pm - 7:50 pm

LOS

IAD

28h 00m

1 stop

$926Turkish Airlines

vie., abr. 10 - lun., abr. 27

6:00 am - 9:45 pm

DCA

LOS

34h 45m

2 stops

12:25 pm - 10:59 pm

LOS

DCA

39h 34m

2 stops

$926Multiple Airlines

mié., abr. 8 - lun., may. 18

6:00 am - 9:45 pm

DCA

LOS

34h 45m

2 stops

12:25 pm - 10:59 pm

LOS

DCA

39h 34m

2 stops

$927Multiple Airlines

mié., may. 6 - mié., jun. 10

9:45 pm - 12:25 pm

EWR

LOS

33h 40m

2 stops

9:15 am - 7:45 pm

LOS

EWR

15h 30m

1 stop

$993Ethiopian Air

jue., may. 14 - dom., may. 17

6:00 am - 7:30 pm

HOU

ABV

31h 30m

2 stops

9:15 pm - 9:38 pm

ABV

HOU

30h 23m

3 stops

$1,054Delta

mar., jun. 2 - dom., jul. 5

6:00 am - 7:30 pm

HOU

ABV

31h 30m

2 stops

9:15 pm - 9:20 am

ABV

HOU

42h 05m

3 stops

$1,060Delta

mar., jun. 2 - dom., jun. 28

1:31 pm - 9:45 am

HOU

LOS

14h 14m

1 stop

10:10 am - 4:09 pm

LOS

HOU

35h 59m

2 stops

$1,331Virgin Atlantic

mié., abr. 29 - mié., may. 6

11:47 am - 7:25 am

BWI

LOS

38h 38m

2 stops

2:45 pm - 11:32 pm

LOS

BWI

37h 47m

2 stops

$1,361Qatar Airways

mar., sep. 1 - vie., sep. 25

11:47 am - 7:25 am

BWI

LOS

38h 38m

2 stops

3:00 pm - 11:31 pm

LOS

BWI

37h 31m

2 stops

$1,367Qatar Airways

mié., sep. 2 - lun., oct. 5

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Mar 30

DFW10:50 pmDallas/Fort Worth

26h 35m

1 stop

LOS7:25 amLagos Murtala Muhammed

Jun 23

LOS8:55 amLagos Murtala Muhammed

30h 55m

1 stop

DFW9:50 amDallas/Fort Worth

$1,329

Qatar Airways

Sep 1

BWI11:47 amBaltimore/Washington

38h 38m

2 stops

LOS7:25 amLagos Murtala Muhammed

Sep 25

LOS2:45 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

37h 47m

2 stops

BWI11:32 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,361

Qatar Airways

Mar 30

DFW10:50 pmDallas/Fort Worth

26h 35m

1 stop

LOS7:25 amLagos Murtala Muhammed

Apr 9

LOS8:55 amLagos Murtala Muhammed

30h 55m

1 stop

DFW9:50 amDallas/Fort Worth

$1,363

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Egyptair

Apr 11

IAD12:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20h 00m

1 stop

LOS1:00 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

Apr 24

LOS2:00 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

20h 10m

1 stop

IAD5:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$937

Egyptair

Sep 15

IAD12:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20h 00m

1 stop

LOS1:00 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

Dec 28

LOS2:45 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

20h 15m

1 stop

IAD5:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$950

Egyptair

Apr 9

IAD12:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20h 00m

1 stop

LOS1:00 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

Apr 22

LOS2:00 pmLagos Murtala Muhammed

20h 10m

1 stop

IAD5:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$957

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IAD - LOS

IADLOS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 4/22

9:45 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop40h 20m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

mié. 5/6

8:50 pm-11:35 am

1 stop19h 45m

$923

Washington, D.C.Lagos

IAD - LOS

IADLOS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 4/10

1:20 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop24h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

lun. 4/27

8:50 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop28h 00m

$926

Washington, D.C.Lagos

DCA - LOS

DCALOS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 4/8

6:00 am-9:45 pm

2 stops34h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

lun. 5/18

12:25 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops39h 34m

$926

Washington, D.C.Lagos

DCA - LOS

DCALOS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 5/6

6:00 am-9:45 pm

2 stops34h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

mié. 6/10

12:25 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops39h 34m

$927

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NewarkLagos

EWR - LOS

EWRLOS

Newark

jue. 5/14

9:45 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops33h 40m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

dom. 5/17

9:15 am-7:45 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$993

HoustonAbuja

HOU - ABV

HOUABV

Houston Hobby

mar. 6/2

6:00 am-7:30 pm

2 stops31h 30m

Abuja

dom. 7/5

9:15 pm-9:38 pm

3 stops30h 23m

$1,054

HoustonAbuja

HOU - ABV

HOUABV

Houston Hobby

mar. 6/2

6:00 am-7:30 pm

2 stops31h 30m

Abuja

dom. 6/28

9:15 pm-9:20 am

3 stops42h 05m

$1,060

HoustonLagos

HOU - LOS

HOULOS

Houston Hobby

mié. 4/29

1:31 pm-9:45 am

1 stop14h 14m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

mié. 5/6

10:10 am-4:09 pm

2 stops35h 59m

$1,331

BaltimoreLagos

BWI - LOS

BWILOS

Baltimore/Washington

mar. 9/1

11:47 am-7:25 am

2 stops38h 38m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

vie. 9/25

2:45 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops37h 47m

$1,361

BaltimoreLagos

BWI - LOS

BWILOS

Baltimore/Washington

mié. 9/2

11:47 am-7:25 am

2 stops38h 38m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

lun. 10/5

3:00 pm-11:31 pm

2 stops37h 31m

$1,367

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nigeria?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to Nigeria from United States during September instead. Flights to Nigeria in September, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around $1,051.

What is the cheapest United States to Nigeria flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nigeria from United States when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nigeria for around $1,216 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nigeria from United States for as low as $1,237 on momondo.

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on United States to Nigeria flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$764
Fastest flight time	10h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Nigeria	20 airports

The best one-way flight to Nigeria from United States in the past 72 hours is $764. The best round-trip flight deal from United States to Nigeria found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,300.

The fastest flight from United States to Nigeria takes 10h 15m

Direct flights go from United States to Nigeria every day.

There are 20 airports in Nigeria. From United States there are direct flights to Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS).

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There are 19 operators available for flights from United States to Nigeria as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from United States 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 United States to Nigeria.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nigeria?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Nigeria can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Nigeria. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from United States to Nigeria?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from United States to Nigeria is Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (36.07% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A330-200 (22.59%), Airbus A350-900 (20.18%), and Airbus A330-900neo (15.13%).

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $657	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,261 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $693	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,310 reviews	Search Delta flights
Royal Air Maroc	PriceFrom $697	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.2 582 reviews	Search Royal Air Maroc flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $700	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,488 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $770	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,858 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $847	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 300 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom $867	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,547 reviews	Search Air France flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $873	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 682 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
KLM	PriceFrom $887	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,475 reviews	Search KLM flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $912	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 971 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights

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