Flights Dar es Salaam — Lagos

Cheap flights Dar es Salaam — Lagos

Below you can see the best deals on flights Dar es Salaam — Lagos for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 26 August, from AED 1,178.

Top 10 cheap flights Dar es Salaam — Lagos

Direct flights Dar es Salaam — Lagos

Direct flight options for Dar es Salaam — Lagos with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight takes around 5 h 49 min.

Top 10 direct flights Dar es Salaam — Lagos

About the Dar es Salaam — Lagos flight

On this page, you can book flight tickets for the route from Dar es Salaam to Lagos. The distance between the cities is 4,253 km, and the flight frequency reaches approximately 3 flights per week.

Flights on this destination are operated by TC. Ticket prices change regularly, so we recommend using the low-price calendar and dynamics chart to find the best deals. Up-to-date information is also available on how to get to the departure airport and how to travel from the airport to the center of Lagos.

Flight ticket prices by day: Dar es Salaam — Lagos

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Dar es Salaam — Lagos by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,178 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 1,269 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

Prices by month

Dar es Salaam → Lagos, average one-way price

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	AED 1,863	medium	May	AED 1,630	low	Sep	AED 1,909	medium
Feb	AED 1,677	low	Jun	AED 1,816	medium	Oct	AED 1,723	low
Mar	AED 1,863	medium	Jul	AED 2,329	high	Nov	AED 1,956	medium
Apr	AED 2,142	high	Aug	AED 2,236	high	Dec	AED 2,422	high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

The climate in Lagos is characterized by consistently high temperatures throughout the year. The hottest period is February, with an average maximum of 32.6°C, while rainfall peaks in June, when over 276 mm of precipitation falls.

From a budget perspective, the most advantageous month to fly is August, with ticket prices starting AED 1,178. The highest fares are recorded in June, with travel costs starting AED 1,311.

The optimal time for a trip is considered to be January, which combines moderate humidity with affordable prices starting AED 1,264. We recommend avoiding the rainy season in June and July if dry weather is essential for your visit.

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How to get the best deal on a Dar es Salaam — Lagos ticket

Book your tickets at least 6–8 weeks before departure, as seats at favorable rates sell out quickly on this low-frequency route (~3 flights per week).
Keep an eye on offers from TC, which is the key carrier connecting Tanzania and Nigeria.
Use the low-price calendar on the page to compare costs for nearby dates, as a difference of just one or two days can result in savings of more than AED 140.
Pay attention to layover durations: when traveling between African countries, connections can be long, sometimes requiring a transit visa or a hotel booking.

Airlines

Regular flights on the Dar es Salaam — Lagos route are operated by TC. In total, there are about 3 flights per week. Most flight options include connections, as direct flights on this route are limited. Detailed information on flight schedules and travel times can be found in the airline cards below.

Air TanzaniaTC
3x/week
WebsiteFleet: 151.1M pax/year
- Direct flight DAR → LOS3x/week
  Duration
  5h 32m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
100.0%Open →

Cities and airports on the Dar es Salaam — Lagos route

Flights Dar es Salaam — Lagos depart from Julius Nyerere International Airport and arrive at Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Dar es Salaam

DAR

Tanzania

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Tanzania

Arrival

Lagos

LOS

Nigeria

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Nigeria

Departure airports

Julius Nyerere International AirportDAR
About the airport

Arrival airports

Murtala Muhammed International AirportLOS
About the airport

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Frequently asked questions about the Dar es Salaam — Lagos flight

How long does the flight from Dar es Salaam to Lagos take?

The distance between the cities is about 4,253 km. Net flight time for a direct flight would be approximately 5–6 hours; however, most flights on this route involve layovers, which increases the total travel duration.

Which airlines fly this route?

The main carrier operating flights on this route is TC. The list of available flight options is regularly updated in the airline block below.

Are there direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Lagos?

Direct air service between the cities is limited. Most routes involve one or more connections at major African aviation hubs.

Which airport do flights arrive at in Lagos?

Arrivals are at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS), located in Lagos. Information on how to get from the airport to the city center can be found on our page.

When is the best time to buy flight tickets?

To find the lowest fares, we recommend checking prices 2 months before your trip. Current information on the cheapest offers can be found in the low-price calendar and price dynamics chart on this page.