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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Lagos Murtala Muhammed to Cairo are usually found in February or May, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Friday

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$676

Good round-trip deal

$752 or less

Good one-way deal

$523 or less
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Airports
LOS

For international departures at LOS, head to Terminal 2. Expect strict customs checks, especially for food items, after initial security screening.

Read more about LOSby Daniel Scheffler
CAI

Upon arrival at CAI, US travelers can get a visa on arrival. Purchase a visa sticker at any bank counter, then proceed to passport control.

Read more about CAIby Yulia Denisyuk
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on CAI

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Best time to book a flight from Lagos to Cairo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Lagos to Cairo

How far ahead should I book a flight from Lagos to Cairo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Lagos to Cairo. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Lagos to Cairo is 72 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lagos to Cairo?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lagos to Cairo (average of $797). Flying from Lagos to Cairo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,192). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LOS to CAI?

Find hourly flight availability from Lagos to Cairo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 29, 2025.

When flying from Lagos to Cairo, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 62% versus a flight in the evening.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Lagos to Cairo?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Lagos to Cairo chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Addis Ababa (ADD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 80% of 1-stop itineraries from Lagos to Cairo on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Lagos to Cairo?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Lagos to Cairo, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Casablanca (CMN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $638.

What’s the fastest layover option from Lagos to Cairo?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Lagos to Cairo, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 13m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Lagos to Cairo?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Lagos to Cairo, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 24m.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Lagos to Cairo flight route?

    This flight path from Lagos Murtala Muhammed to Cairo was viewed by 86 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lagos to Cairo that include hotel bookings?

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  • How can I find direct flights from Lagos to Cairo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Lagos to Cairo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Lagos to Cairo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lagos to Cairo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lagos to Cairo?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lagos to Cairo (average of $797). Flying from Lagos to Cairo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,192). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Ethiopian AirCheapest$574Average$669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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