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$345+ 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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LOS — JNB
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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 73 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Lagos to OR Tambo

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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$485
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$345
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$572

Good round-trip deal

$1,068 or less

Good one-way deal

$674 or less
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/301:05 amLOS - JNB
1 stop12h 35mTAAG
Tue 7/224:40 pmJNB - LOS
1 stop20h 20mTAAG
Deal found 6/11$485
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/237:30 pmLOS - JNB
2 stops15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/284:40 pmJNB - LOS
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$573
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2312:25 pmLOS - JNB
1 stop26h 25mKenya Airways
Mon 10/271:15 amJNB - LOS
1 stop11h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/11$641
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/61:40 pmLOS - JNB
1 stop13h 15mEthiopian Air
Wed 7/1610:50 pmJNB - LOS
1 stop14h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/9$687
This RwandAir deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 RwandAir is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/62:45 pmLOS - JNB
1 stop10h 35mRwandAir
Tue 7/153:10 amJNB - LOS
1 stop11h 05mRwandAir
Deal found 6/10$701
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/19:15 amLOS - JNB
2 stops13h 50mASKY
Mon 7/215:30 amJNB - LOS
2 stops12h 45mASKY
Deal found 6/10$764
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1112:10 pmLOS - JNB
2 stops49h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 11/1812:45 pmJNB - LOS
1 stop28h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/11$952
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/129:50 pmLOS - JNB
Nonstop5h 55mSouth African
Fri 2/273:10 pmJNB - LOS
Nonstop6h 10mSouth African
Deal found 6/12$998

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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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LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 6/30

1:05 am-2:40 pm

1 stop12h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/22

4:40 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$485

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 10/23

7:30 pm-11:45 am

2 stops15h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/28

4:40 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$573

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 10/23

12:25 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/27

1:15 am-11:30 am

1 stop11h 15m

$641

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 7/6

1:40 pm-3:55 am

1 stop13h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/16

10:50 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$687

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 7/6

2:45 pm-2:20 am

1 stop10h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/15

3:10 am-1:15 pm

1 stop11h 05m

$701

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 7/1

9:15 am-12:05 am

2 stops13h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/21

5:30 am-5:15 pm

2 stops12h 45m

$764

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 6/26

7:30 pm-11:45 am

2 stops15h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/2

12:50 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$787

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 11/11

12:10 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops49h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/18

12:45 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$952

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 11/12

9:50 pm-4:45 am

Nonstop5h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/27

3:10 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop6h 10m

$998

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 12/4

7:30 pm-11:45 am

2 stops15h 15m

$345

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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

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on LOS

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

Paul Rubio

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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Best time to book a flight from Lagos to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Lagos with our price prediction graph.
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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 June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 73 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 June 12, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 48% on flights from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 Monday 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.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Lagos to Johannesburg, such as South African, Qatar Airways and ASKY. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
South African
7.5
Good
34 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 1
4.0
Okay

Itumeleng,May 2024

CPT - JNB

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible
South African
7.5
Good
34 reviews
South African
7.5
Good
34 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 1
4.0
Okay

Itumeleng,May 2024

CPT - JNB

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
South African
7.5
Good
34 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 1
4.0
Okay

Itumeleng,May 2024

CPT - JNB

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible
ASKY
7.4
Good
56 reviews
South African
7.5
Good
34 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 1
4.0
Okay

Itumeleng,May 2024

CPT - JNB

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
781 reviews
South African
7.5
Good
34 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 1
4.0
Okay

Itumeleng,May 2024

CPT - JNB

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible
RwandAir
7.1
Good
27 reviews
South African
7.5
Good
34 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 1
4.0
Okay

Itumeleng,May 2024

CPT - JNB

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible

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. 8 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.

  • 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 TAAG. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $485 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air, starting at $641 and $687 round-trip. TAAG is currently priced 24% 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 Uganda Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $345. Users have also found prices from $367 and $471 on TAAG and Kenya Airways, 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 $378. On average you can expect to pay $921. The most popular route, (Lagos Murtala Muhammed - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for $531.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Lagos to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 8 airlines flying from Lagos to OR Tambo

Discover the top 8 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air Côte d’IvoireCheapest$204Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Uganda AirlinesCheapest$354Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air PeaceCheapest$372Average$646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$488Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
TAAGCheapest$491Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
South AfricanCheapest$559Average$1,059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
RwandAirCheapest$644Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Ethiopian AirCheapest$675Average$717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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