Nigeria

$452+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Nigeria

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — LOS
May 16 — May 231
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Cheapest flights from New York to Nigeria
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Nigeria. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 16, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/17:00 pm
JFK
-
KAN
1 stop37h 00m
SAUDIA
Tue 9/153:05 pm
KAN
-
JFK
1 stop28h 40m
SAUDIA
Deal found 4/12$857
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/288:00 pm
JFK
-
ABV
1 stop27h 50m
Royal Air Maroc
Sun 1/316:50 am
ABV
-
JFK
1 stop17h 05m
Royal Air Maroc
Deal found 4/15$878
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2510:50 am
JFK
-
ABV
1 stop14h 05m
Royal Air Maroc
Wed 5/136:55 am
ABV
-
JFK
1 stop16h 50m
Royal Air Maroc
Deal found 4/15$909
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2310:50 am
JFK
-
ABV
1 stop14h 05m
Royal Air Maroc
Wed 5/136:55 am
ABV
-
JFK
1 stop16h 50m
Royal Air Maroc
Deal found 4/15$922
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/278:00 pm
JFK
-
ABV
1 stop27h 50m
Royal Air Maroc
Mon 2/16:50 am
ABV
-
JFK
1 stop17h 05m
Royal Air Maroc
Deal found 4/15$923
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/18:40 pm
JFK
-
LOS
1 stop17h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 11/810:15 pm
LOS
-
JFK
1 stop18h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/15$940
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/612:50 pm
JFK
-
LOS
1 stop25h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 5/118:50 pm
LOS
-
JFK
1 stop30h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/16$941
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2312:50 pm
JFK
-
LOS
1 stop25h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 5/78:50 pm
LOS
-
JFK
1 stop30h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/14$944
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/21:45 pm
JFK
-
LOS
1 stop27h 00m
Kenya Airways
Wed 9/912:25 pm
LOS
-
JFK
1 stop24h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/16$945
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1910:05 pm
JFK
-
LOS
1 stop29h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 4/233:50 pm
LOS
-
JFK
1 stop29h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/15$949
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/37:50 pm
JFK
-
LOS
1 stop18h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 5/108:50 pm
LOS
-
JFK
1 stop19h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/16$950
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/121:45 pm
JFK
-
LOS
1 stop27h 00m
Kenya Airways
Mon 10/2612:30 pm
LOS
-
JFK
1 stop24h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/15$952

Find flight deals from New York to Nigeria

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to Nigeria flight deals. Data was last updated April 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$857
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$452
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,120

Good round-trip deal

$1,744 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-Lagos Murtala Muhammed flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for New York (NYC)-Lagos Murtala Muhammed flights.
From New York (NYC) to Nigeria
One-way flight from New York (NYC) to Nigeria
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($198 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($58 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York (NYC) to Nigeria.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Nigeria that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Nigeria that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkLagos

JFK - LOS

JFKLOS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/29

10:05 pm-8:10 am

1 stop29h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 5/4

3:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop35h 40m

$1,041

NewarkLagos

EWR - LOS

EWRLOS

Newark

Sun 4/26

12:25 am-7:05 pm

1 stop37h 40m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 5/4

8:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$1,072

New YorkAbuja

JFK - ABV

JFKABV

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 6/9

10:50 am-5:55 am

1 stop14h 05m

Abuja

Wed 6/17

6:55 am-8:50 am

1 stop30h 55m

$1,106

NewarkLagos

EWR - LOS

EWRLOS

Newark

Tue 4/28

12:25 am-7:05 pm

1 stop37h 40m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 5/5

8:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$1,126

NewarkLagos

EWR - LOS

EWRLOS

Newark

Sat 4/25

12:25 am-7:05 pm

1 stop37h 40m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Fri 5/1

8:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$1,161

New YorkAbuja

JFK - ABV

JFKABV

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/9

10:50 am-7:45 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Abuja

Sun 5/17

9:15 pm-7:32 pm

3 stops27h 17m

$1,170

New YorkAbuja

JFK - ABV

JFKABV

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 4/24

4:55 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops40h 05m

Abuja

Fri 5/8

3:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop35h 40m

$1,170

New YorkPort Harcourt

JFK - PHC

JFKPHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/23

10:05 pm-11:10 am

2 stops56h 05m

Port Harcourt

Mon 5/4

1:10 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop38h 20m

$1,172

New YorkAbuja

JFK - ABV

JFKABV

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-2:00 pm

2 stops51h 00m

Abuja

Fri 5/15

3:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop35h 40m

$1,196

NewarkAbuja

EWR - ABV

EWRABV

Newark

Sun 4/26

9:45 pm-2:40 am

2 stops23h 55m

Abuja

Wed 5/13

10:00 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops26h 45m

$1,207

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Nigeria

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nigeria from New York with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Nigeria

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Nigeria?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Nigeria (average of $505). Flying from New York to Nigeria in August is currently the most expensive (average of $2,232). 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.

How often are flights from New York to Nigeria delayed?

About 58% of weekly flights between New York and Nigeria have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 179 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Nigeria flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

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

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Nigeria flights?

Over the last year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 58% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nigeria

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nigeria. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nigeria. Reviews last updated April 16, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to Nigeria, such as Delta,Turkish Airlines, andEthiopian Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Nigeria. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from New York to Nigeria?

    Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Royal Air Maroc can get you from New York to Nigeria in just under 14h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 23h 35m. The distance between New York and Nigeria is about 5342 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Nigeria one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Kenya Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $415. Egyptair flights start at $418 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at $439 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Nigeria?

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Nigeria?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $1,744. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Lagos Murtala Muhammed) can be booked for $857 on average, our data indicates $1,821 when flying from New York to Nigeria.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Nigeria that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Nigeria flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Nigeria?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Nigeria?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Nigeria 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 New York to Nigeria?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Nigeria (average of $505). Flying from New York to Nigeria in August is currently the most expensive (average of $2,232). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from New York to Nigeria

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New York to Nigeria. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Royal Air MarocCheapest$697Average$1,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$700Average$1,277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$773Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EmiratesCheapest$789Average$1,299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$856Average$1,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$912Average$1,408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
KLMCheapest$935Average$1,625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$975Average$1,637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EgyptairCheapest$983Average$1,367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$987Average$1,641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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