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$357+ Cheap flights from Lagos (LOS) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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 3/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LOS — JNB
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Lagos Murtala Muhammed to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in June or May, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Lagos to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lagos to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Wed 12/241:30 pmLOS - JNB
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/910:25 amJNB - LOS
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$646
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/131:05 amLOS - JNB
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/155:40 pmJNB - LOS
2 stops42h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$665
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sun 12/142:45 pmLOS - JNB
1 stop22h 35mRwandAir
Wed 1/143:10 amJNB - LOS
1 stop11h 05mRwandAir
Deal found 12/10$683
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2510:25 pmLOS - JNB
1 stop16h 25mKenya Airways
Sat 1/2412:05 pmJNB - LOS
1 stop24h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/9$692
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Wed 12/312:45 pmLOS - JNB
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/244:40 pmJNB - LOS
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$701
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/152:45 pmLOS - JNB
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/284:40 pmJNB - LOS
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$712
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:15 pmLOS - JNB
2 stops16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/244:40 pmJNB - LOS
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$716
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Thu 12/182:45 pmLOS - JNB
1 stop22h 35mRwandAir
Sat 1/173:10 amJNB - LOS
1 stop11h 05mRwandAir
Deal found 12/9$717
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2712:30 pmLOS - JNB
1 stop26h 20mKenya Airways
Sat 2/1412:05 pmJNB - LOS
1 stop24h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/11$728
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3010:25 pmLOS - JNB
1 stop11h 30mKenya Airways
Sat 1/245:00 pmJNB - LOS
1 stop19h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/9$741
This RwandAir deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 RwandAir is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/152:45 pmLOS - JNB
1 stop10h 35mRwandAir
Tue 1/133:10 amJNB - LOS
1 stop11h 05mRwandAir
Deal found 12/11$746
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/172:45 pmLOS - JNB
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/284:40 pmJNB - LOS
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$747

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lagos (LOS) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$531
(Uganda Airlines)

One-way from

$357
(Uganda Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$690

Good round-trip deal

$1,007 or less

Good one-way deal

$536 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Lagos to OR Tambo 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

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LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 4/8

1:30 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/7

12:45 am-9:30 am

1 stop9h 45m

$646

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 3/2

10:45 am-7:40 pm

1 stop31h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/6

12:50 pm-3:50 am

1 stop16h 00m

$689

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 3/5

6:15 pm-11:45 am

2 stops16h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

8:40 pm-3:50 am

1 stop32h 10m

$689

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 3/7

1:40 pm-3:55 am

1 stop13h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/11

11:00 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$736

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 3/5

2:45 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

4:50 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$744

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 3/5

2:45 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/9

3:10 am-1:15 pm

1 stop11h 05m

$744

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 3/3

9:15 am-12:05 am

2 stops13h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/9

5:30 am-5:15 pm

2 stops12h 45m

$790

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 3/3

9:15 am-12:05 am

2 stops13h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/11

5:30 am-5:15 pm

2 stops12h 45m

$790

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 3/3

9:15 am-12:05 am

2 stops13h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/6

5:30 am-5:15 pm

2 stops12h 45m

$790

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 3/3

9:15 am-12:05 am

2 stops13h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

5:30 am-5:15 pm

2 stops12h 45m

$790

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Lagos to OR Tambo in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Lagos-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Lagos-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Lagos-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Lagos-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Lagos-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Lagos to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Lagos to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $283). Flying from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $503). 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 JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Lagos to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 43% on flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Lagos to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip
Airports
LOS

Expect two passport checks in quick succession at LOS, so bring patience and keep expectations minimal.

Read more about LOSBy Daniel Scheffler
JNB

For a smooth arrival at JNB, ensure your passport has two consecutive blank pages to avoid entry issues.

Read more about JNBBy Paul Rubio
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Daniel Scheffler

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Daniel Scheffler

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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Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on JNB

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Paul Rubio

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown RwandAir, South African, and Ethiopian Air from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
RwandAir
7.7
Good
37 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
RwandAir
7.7
Good
37 reviews
RwandAir
7.7
Good
37 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
South African
7.4
Good
48 reviews
RwandAir
7.7
Good
37 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
902 reviews
RwandAir
7.7
Good
37 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
287 reviews
RwandAir
7.7
Good
37 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lagos to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS), located 5.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo. 7 airlines have flights from Murtala Muhammed to Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from Lagos Murtala Muhammed to Johannesburg OR Tambo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.

  • How long is the flight from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A quick flight from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can take about 13h 15m. Uganda Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $736. Airlines will cover a distance of 2808 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Air Côte d’Ivoire. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $329 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Kenya Airways and Uganda Airlines, starting at $330 and $354 round-trip. Air Côte d’Ivoire is currently priced 48% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air Côte d’Ivoire. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $330. Users have also found prices from $340 and $371 on Uganda Airlines and TAAG, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is $529. On average you can expect to pay $829. The most popular route, (Lagos Murtala Muhammed - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for $621.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Lagos to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Lagos to OR Tambo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lagos to OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $283). Flying from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $503). 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 7 airlines flying from Lagos to OR Tambo

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Lagos to OR Tambo. 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air Côte d’IvoireCheapest$329Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Uganda AirlinesCheapest$488Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
TAAGCheapest$493Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
RwandAirCheapest$607Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$614Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
South AfricanCheapest$657Average$1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$672Average$793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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