Search Flights from Lagos to Cairo

Quick Flight Summary from Lagos to Cairo

  • Lowest recent price
    £402
  • Direct flight duration 12 hour 50 min
  • Direct airlines Egyptair
  • Arrival airports CAI / CCE / SPX
  • Best days to book Thursday, Wednesday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    £361

Cheapest flights from Lagos to Cairo

Shortest Flight

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways
16 Dec, Wed
Lagos – Cairo
12h 50m
1 stop
LOS–CAI

Last update: 14 November 2026 23:06

Direct flights from Lagos to Cairo

Egyptair

Estimated Prices for Lagos to Cairo Flights

Cheapest Day16 December Wednesday
Best Price
£402
Average Price
£402
£402
£402
£402
16Wed
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Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Lagos City Center

Murtala Muhammed Intl. Airport

Murtala Muhammed Airport in Nigeria's Lagos province, Ikeja region can be reached easily from the city center with bus, okada, taxi or rental cars.

Bus

It is very easy to get to Murtala Muhammed Airport from the city center thanks to Lagos city buses operated by NURTW Cooperative and Lagbus. In Lagos, the roads used by buses are different from those used by regular cars, so they provide a fast transportation service without any traffic. To take advantage of the Modern and comfortable Lagos buses, all you have to do is to get a ticket from the sales points or vending machines at the stops.

Lagos buses might have different sizes but all are yellow. The name of the smallest buses type is known as ''danfo''. The “molue” buses, which are a bigger, travel more frequently between the city and the airport compared to others.

Okada

Okada motorcycles that you can use for your short trips are Lagos' most popular means of transportation. Okadas are quite fast so it is possible to get to your destination without losing time in the traffic. There are many okada motorcycles going directly to Murtala Muhammed Airport from Lagos city center.

Taxi

The safest, though not the cheapest, way to get around in Lagos is by taxi. Lagos taxis can be easily found at every corner of the city. Some taxi drivers do not use a taximeter, so it is advised that you negotiate according to the distance you are going to travel.

Taxis are usually opening with 500 Nigerian Naira. Then they demand 500 Naira per kilometer. If you choose to go to the airport by taxi from within the city, it would be useful to call one of these companies: Red Cab (+2347000733222), Corporate Cabs (+2348191166926) or Orange Cabs (+2347029119504).

Car Rental

Having an expressway linking Murtala Muhammed Airport and Lagos city center, shortens the duration of your journey incredibly. You can get to the airport in 25-30 minutes, instead of one hour, thanks to this highway.

Airport Information

Murtala Muhammed Airport, located 22 kilometers north-west of Lagos, is in the Ikeja region. As it is the largest and most modern airport in Nigeria, it has multiple facilities for its passengers.

In the airport with two terminals, facilities like duty free store and other stores, souvenir shops, eating and drinking areas, exchange office, bank and ATMs, travel agencies, car rental companies, free internet access, tourist information desks, recreation areas, VIP halls, etc. are available.

Transportation to Cairo City Center from Airport

Cairo Intl. Airport

Cairo International Airport is located approximately 22 kilometers from the city center. Many transportation options are available, including:

Taxi

Taxi is the fastest and most comfortable transportation option for traveling to the city center from Cairo International Airport. Make sure that taxis are metered and confirm with the driver before your trip. Also, you can use ride-hailing services as a more convenient alternative.

Hotel Shuttle

Many hotels offer hotel shuttle services to provide transportation from the airport. Make sure to double-check during booking if the hotel provides this service paid or free.

Car Rental

Car rental companies are available within the airport. This is one of the most comfortable options for traveling to Cairo from the airport. Make sure you have a valid international driving permit before renting a car.

Cairo Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Sunday
15 Nov
Clear
27°17°
Monday
16 Nov
Clear
28°16°
Tuesday
17 Nov
Fog
26°16°
Wednesday
18 Nov
Clear
28°15°
Thursday
19 Nov
Clear
26°16°

Flights with Alternative Departure Locations Lagos Cairo

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Lagos-Cairo flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Lagos-Cairo flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Lagos-Cairo flights, you can use Murtala Muhammed Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Cairo Intl. Airport, Capital Intl. Airport, Sphinx Intl. Airport for arrival.
The straight-line distance between Lagos and Cairo is about 3915 km. According to Wingie flight data, there were no direct flights on this route in the last 30 days; the shortest connecting flight took about 12 hour 50 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Lagos-Cairo flights is Monday.
According to Wingie flight data, as of November 2026 only Egyptair operates direct flights between Lagos and Cairo; search for connecting options.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Egyptair starts from approximately £570.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Egyptair
£570
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece of cabin baggage / 2 x 23 kg checked bags / Complimentary Refreshments

Last update: 15.11.2026

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