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Lowest fareNGN1,070,258Egyptair
Fastest16h 31mgate to gate
Options found109flights on this route
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Egyptair
Egyptair
MS-876
15:15
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
24H :00 M
1 Stop
CAI · 7h 00m Cairo (CAI), Egypt
10:15
2026-10-31
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
KQ-535
22:40
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
37H :55 M
1 Stop
NBO · 17h 35m Nairobi (NBO), Kenya
06:35
2026-11-01
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl
Emirates Airlines
Emirates Airlines
EK-784
18:05
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
25H :50 M
1 Stop
DXB · 3h 55m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
14:55
2026-10-31
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl
Emirates Airlines
Emirates Airlines
EK-784
18:05
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
29H :50 M
1 Stop
DXB · 4h 25m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
18:55
2026-10-31
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl
Emirates Airlines
Emirates Airlines
EK-784
18:05
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
44H :10 M
1 Stop
DXB · 22h 00m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
08:15
2026-11-01
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
TK-626
22:10
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
18H :45 M
1 Stop
IST · 1h 30m Istanbul (IST), Turkey
11:55
2026-10-31
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
TK-626
22:10
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
25H :35 M
1 Stop
IST · 8h 10m Istanbul (IST), Turkey
18:45
2026-10-31
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
TK-626
22:10
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
30H :15 M
1 Stop
IST · 12h 55m Istanbul (IST), Turkey
23:25
2026-10-31
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
TK-626
22:10
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
30H :20 M
1 Stop
IST · 12h 55m Istanbul (IST), Turkey
23:30
2026-10-31
NEWARK (EWR)United StatesNewark Liberty International
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
QR-1406
15:30
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
55H :30 M
2 Stops
DOH · 8h 10m Doha (DOH), Qatar
ORD · 23h 01m Chicago (ORD), United States
18:00
2026-11-01
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
QR-1408
09:15
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
35H :20 M
1 Stop
DOH · 14h 15m Doha (DOH), Qatar
15:35
2026-10-31
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl
Virgin Atlantic Airways
Virgin Atlantic Airways
VS-3921
11:10
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
18H :48 M
1 Stop
ATL · 3h 53m Atlanta (ATL), United States
00:58
2026-10-31
NEWARK (EWR)United StatesNewark Liberty International
Virgin Atlantic Airways
Virgin Atlantic Airways
VS-3921
11:10
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
18H :49 M
1 Stop
ATL · 3h 48m Atlanta (ATL), United States
00:59
2026-10-31
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl
Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines
DL-55
11:10
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
18H :49 M
1 Stop
ATL · 3h 48m Atlanta (ATL), United States
00:59
2026-10-31
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl
Virgin Atlantic Airways
Virgin Atlantic Airways
VS-3921
11:10
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
27H :28 M
1 Stop
ATL · 12h 38m Atlanta (ATL), United States
09:38
2026-10-31
New York (LGA)United StatesLa Guardia
Virgin Atlantic Airways
Virgin Atlantic Airways
VS-3921
11:10
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
28H :16 M
1 Stop
ATL · 13h 18m Atlanta (ATL), United States
10:26
2026-10-31
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl
Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines
DL-55
11:10
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
28H :16 M
1 Stop
ATL · 13h 18m Atlanta (ATL), United States
10:26
2026-10-31
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl
Virgin Atlantic Airways
Virgin Atlantic Airways
VS-3921
11:10
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
28H :20 M
1 Stop
ATL · 13h 26m Atlanta (ATL), United States
10:30
2026-10-31
NEWARK (EWR)United StatesNewark Liberty International
Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines
DL-55
11:10
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
29H :50 M
1 Stop
ATL · 14h 52m Atlanta (ATL), United States
12:00
2026-10-31
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl
Virgin Atlantic Airways
Virgin Atlantic Airways
VS-3921
11:10
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
29H :50 M
1 Stop
ATL · 14h 52m Atlanta (ATL), United States
12:00
2026-10-31
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl
Virgin Atlantic Airways
Virgin Atlantic Airways
VS-3921
11:10
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
30H :20 M
1 Stop
ATL · 15h 25m Atlanta (ATL), United States
12:30
2026-10-31
NEWARK (EWR)United StatesNewark Liberty International
Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines
DL-55
11:10
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
31H :16 M
1 Stop
ATL · 16h 20m Atlanta (ATL), United States
13:26
2026-10-31
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl

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Virgin Atlantic Airways
Virgin Atlantic Airways
VS-3921
11:10
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
32H :02 M
1 Stop
ATL · 17h 08m Atlanta (ATL), United States
14:12
2026-10-31
NEWARK (EWR)United StatesNewark Liberty International
Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines
DL-55
11:10
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
34H :20 M
1 Stop
ATL · 19h 11m Atlanta (ATL), United States
16:30
2026-10-31
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl
Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines
DL-55
11:10
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
38H :14 M
1 Stop
ATL · 23h 01m Atlanta (ATL), United States
20:24
2026-10-31
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl
Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines
DL-55
11:10
2026-10-30
Lagos (LOS)NigeriaMurtala Muhammed
26H :50 M
2 Stops
ATL · 4h 08m Atlanta (ATL), United States
RDU · 6h 45m Raleigh Durham (RDU), United States
09:00
2026-10-31
NEW YORK (JFK)United StatesJohn F Kennedy Intl
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Airfare Highlights

From flights departing on Fri, 30 Oct 2026.

Lowest fare NGN 1,070,258 Egyptair 15:15
Earliest departure NGN 1,471,303 Qatar Airways 09:15
Shortest duration NGN 1,783,838 Virgin Atlantic Airways 11:10
Night 00:00-05:59 No option Open full search for more
Morning 06:00-11:59 NGN 1,471,303 Qatar Airways at 09:15
Afternoon 12:00-17:59 NGN 1,070,258 Egyptair at 15:15
Evening 18:00-23:59 NGN 1,196,678 Kenya Airways at 22:40

Departure & Arrival Airport Details

Lagos (LOS)

Murtala Muhammed

Nigeria

GMT 1

Latitude: 6.5773701667785645

Longitude: 3.321160078048706

New York (JFK)

John F Kennedy Intl

United States

GMT -5

Latitude: 40.63980103

Longitude: -73.77890015

Distance: Lagos (LOS), Nigeria to New York (JFK), United States - 8,444.43 km
Flights shown for 30 Oct 2026. View all flights opens the complete search result.
Route forecast

Weather in Lagos and New York

Live forecast for both cities, 12 Oct to 15 Oct.

Departure city

Lagos

Thu, 15 Oct
31°CRain expectedLow 24°
96% humidity 6 km/h wind 5 mm rain
  • Mon30° / 25°
  • Tue28° / 24°
  • Wed30° / 24°
Arrival city

New York

Thu, 15 Oct
15°CClear skyLow 9°
71% humidity 8 km/h wind
  • Mon20° / 18°
  • Tue24° / 18°
  • Wed21° / 18°

Forecast data from MET Norway, CC BY 4.0.

Smart travel dates

Holidays and peak dates for New York

Fares and hotel rates usually run higher around these dates. Booking earlier or moving your trip by a day or two often costs less.

Busiest periods: Summer travel (15 Jun – 31 Aug), Holiday season (18 Dec – 02 Jan).

  • 12OctColumbus DayMonday
  • 12OctColumbus DayMonday
  • 12OctIndigenous Peoples' DayMonday
  • 11NovVeterans DayWednesday
  • 26NovThanksgiving DayThursday
  • 25DecChristmas DayFriday

Fixed-date national holidays. Festivals that follow the lunar calendar shift each year and are not listed here, so check the exact date for your travel year.

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How to travel Lagos to New York

Ways to make this trip that you can book on FlyX, compared by price and journey time.

OptionFromJourney timeAvailabilityAction
Connecting flight₹76,591Longer, includes a stop109 options

Air distance is about 8,444 km. 16 airlines operate this route.

Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.

Airlines flying from Lagos to New York

Compare fares, stops, baggage and refundability across the airlines flying this route.

British Airways Flights

from NGN 2,148,32820 flights
Fares from
NGN 2,148,328
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
20 in the list above

Klm Royal Dutch Flights

from NGN 1,591,72818 flights
Fares from
NGN 1,591,728
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
18 in the list above

Air France Flights

from NGN 1,590,55415 flights
Fares from
NGN 1,590,554
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
15 in the list above

Delta Air Lines Flights

from NGN 1,557,52113 flights
Fares from
NGN 1,557,521
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
13 in the list above

American Airlines Flights

from NGN 2,353,02812 flights
Fares from
NGN 2,353,028
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
12 in the list above

Route Overview & Flight Facts

Fastest flight duration16h 31m · Virgin Atlantic Airways
First departure of the day09:15 · Qatar Airways
Last departure of the day23:55 · Air France
Flight options found109
Airport codesLagos–LOS, New York–JFK

Fares and timings are indicative. The exact price is confirmed with the airline when you search.

Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights

Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration

The search for Fri, 30 Oct found 109 flight options. The first flight leaves around 09:15 and the last around 23:55. The fastest flight takes about 16h 31m.

Morning vs Evening Departure Fares

Lowest fare by departure window: Afternoon from NGN 1,070,258, Evening from NGN 1,196,678, Morning from NGN 1,471,303. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.

Cheapest Airfare & Best Time to Book

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One-Way vs Round-Trip Fare Comparison

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Destination & City Travel Guide

About New York

New York looks different from the JFK arrival route than from a Midtown postcard. The airport is in Queens, so an AirTrain connection at Jamaica can lead to Manhattan by Long Island Rail Road or subway. Once in the city, group outings by borough: a museum and Central Park work well together, while the Brooklyn waterfront belongs to another afternoon. Visitors may be visiting relatives as much as monuments. Check whether the hotel is nearer Penn Station, Grand Central or a subway route before choosing the transfer.

Read more about New York

What's new in New York

  • April 2025: The Frick Collection returned to its renovated Fifth Avenue home, adding access to upstairs galleries in the former mansion.
  • November 2025: The Studio Museum in Harlem welcomed visitors into its new building, broadening the city’s northern Manhattan museum circuit.

Tips for travellers from India

For a JFK arrival, Jamaica offers a choice between Long Island Rail Road and subway connections. The useful Manhattan endpoint may be Penn Station or Grand Central, depending on the hotel, so compare the full route before selecting a train. AirTrain also connects with the subway at Howard Beach, which serves a different approach to the city.

Air India uses Terminal 4, alongside several other international airlines. The AirTrain terminal stop is therefore part of the return plan, not just the city-rail station. A Queens stay may avoid a Manhattan detour when visiting family near the airport side of the city. For sightseeing, reserve one day for Central Park and an Upper East Side museum, another for Lower Manhattan and a harbour ferry. Brooklyn’s waterfront can be reached as its own afternoon rather than added between Midtown appointments. Jackson Heights supplies a distinct Queens dining area, while Harlem’s Studio Museum is far north of the downtown ferry piers. These neighbourhood choices should shape the itinerary before individual attraction tickets are booked.

Best time to visit New York

April to June or September to October, around 10–25°C, for walking.

Places to visit in New York

Central ParkMetropolitan Museum of ArtHigh LineStatue of LibertyBrooklyn Bridge9/11 Memorial

How to reach New York

By Air: John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is about 26 km from Midtown Manhattan; AirTrain plus rail commonly takes 35–60 minutes. Subway, taxis and booked cars are alternatives.

By Rail: Jamaica links JFK AirTrain with LIRR and subway lines; Penn Station and Grand Central serve Manhattan.

By Road: Licensed taxis and app-based cars serve JFK; intercity coaches use Manhattan terminals.

What to do in New York

Walk through Central Park and nearby museum streets.
Explore galleries at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Follow the High Line through west Manhattan.
Visit the 9/11 Memorial in Lower Manhattan.

New York airport information

John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Air India operates from JFK Terminal 4, which also handles Delta and several international carriers. Passengers connecting to an airline in another terminal use the airport’s inter-terminal transport and the applicable security procedures.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it worth booking Lagos to New York flights in advance?

There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Lagos to New York dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Friday at NGN 1,070,258. This can change from week to week.

How far is Lagos from New York by air?

The direct air distance between Lagos (LOS) and New York (JFK) is about 8,444 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.

Are there non-stop flights from LOS to JFK?

Not on the dates shown here. Every Lagos to New York option on this page has at least one stop. Non-stop service can differ by season and by day, so check nearby dates before you decide.

Which airlines fly Lagos to New York?

British Airways, Klm Royal Dutch, Air France, Delta Air Lines and 1 other are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.

How long is the flight from Lagos to New York?

Every option on this page has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 16h 31m including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.

What is the baggage allowance on Lagos to New York flights?

Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 2 Pieces, 23KG (23 KG X 1 pcs) and 1 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.

What is the cheapest Lagos to New York flight fare?

The lowest Lagos to New York fare on this page is NGN 1,070,258. Fares on the same dates run up to NGN 5,251,003, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.

What time do Lagos to New York flights depart?

On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 09:15 and the last around 23:55, local time at Lagos. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.

Why does the price change after clicking Book Now?

Airline seat inventory and fares change continuously. Selecting Book Now runs a live fare verification with the airline so the price you approve is the price you pay. If it has moved, you see the new figure before any payment.

Before you book this route

Check the airport codes LOS–JFK, local departure and arrival dates, and every connecting airport. Connections can have different document and baggage requirements from your final destination.

Where these fares come from

The fares, durations, stops and baggage shown here come from real airline search results for this route. They are examples for the dates on this page, not a full timetable and not a locked price. Run a search to see what is available for your own dates.

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United States travel guide for Indian travellers

Planning more than the flight? Our United States guide covers the visa process for Indian passport holders, best time to go, how long to plan for, and which places are worth the days you have. Long-haul city breaks and national parks.

Read the United States travel guide

What to Expect When Booking Your Flight

The LOS to JFK cards above show selected flight options. Airline prices and seat availability can move quickly, so the final fare is rechecked in the booking flow.

Approx route distance: 8,444.43 km.

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Lowest Lagos to New York airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days

Cheapest FareFareDateAirlineDeparture
Lowest Airfare NGN 1,070,258 30/10/2026 Egyptair 15:15
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days NGN 1,048,851 07/11/2026 Egyptair 15:15
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days NGN 1,016,739 06/01/2027 Egyptair 15:15

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Lagos to New York Flight Distance, Duration and Time

The aerial distance between Lagos and New York is about 8,444 KM. In these results, journey times range from 16h 31m to 55h 30m. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.

Lagos to New York Flight Schedule and Timing

The search for these dates returned 109 flight options. The first departure from Lagos is at 09:15 and the last is at 23:55. Flights leave from Murtala Muhammed and land at John F Kennedy Intl.

Flight Route Details & Analysis

Flight DetailsInformation
RouteLagos to New York
Aerial Distance8,444 KM
Flight Duration16h 31m - 55h 30m
Airport CodesLagos - LOS, New York - JFK
Total Flights Available109 flights0 direct109 with layovers
First Flight DepartureDeparts at 09:15
Last Flight DepartureDeparts at 23:55
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)No flights in this time slot
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)25 flights0 direct25 with layovers
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)6 flights0 direct6 with layovers
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)3 flights0 direct3 with layovers
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)75 flights0 direct75 with layovers

Airport Information & Terminals

LOS: Lagos airport. Airport access in Lagos depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.

JFK: New York airport system. New York flights can use JFK, Newark or LaGuardia. The right airport depends on whether you are going to Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens or New Jersey. Late arrivals and heavy bags often justify a direct cab or pre-booked transfer.

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