Lagos Airport

Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS / DNMM)

Around 20 km from central Lagos, in Ikeja, Murtala Muhammed (LOS / DNMM) is Nigeria's main airport and one of the busiest in Africa. Its main runway, 3,900 m long and dedicated to international traffic, accommodates every type of aircraft, from business jets to ultra-long-range jets linking Europe or the Gulf non-stop; a second runway of 2,743 m serves domestic traffic.

The airport is made up of an international zone and a domestic zone, around a kilometre apart. It is the natural gateway to the Lagos megacity and to West Africa as a whole.

History and terminals

Originally "Lagos Airport", the field was renamed in 1976 in honour of Murtala Muhammed, the head of state, following his assassination. The international zone brings together terminals T1 and T2, while the domestic zone (MM2 / GAT) handles internal links.

Through successive upgrades, the airport has gained strengthened facilities befitting its role as a gateway to West Africa.

Dedicated business-aviation terminals

Lagos has private terminals dedicated to business aviation, away from commercial flows. Evergreen Apple Nigeria (EAN), opened in 2011, and Quits Aviation Services offer a VIP lounge, fast-track reception, private customs and immigration, hangars and maintenance.

For your arrivals and departures, our teams coordinate ground handling with these approved operators, for a smooth, discreet and secure arrival.

Formalities and security: the value of a broker

Flying to Nigeria calls for rigorous preparation: visa, landing and overflight permits, and the coordination of ground handling and security. This is precisely where IBC Aviation's support proves its worth: we orchestrate the entire logistics for a smooth and secure arrival, working with approved agents on the ground.

Lagos, the economic engine of West Africa

Lagos accounts for a major share of the Nigerian economy: oil and gas, banking, a fast-growing tech scene and the entertainment industry (Nollywood). The city is home to one of the largest concentrations of executives and entrepreneurs on the continent, and serves as a gateway to the whole of West Africa, from Accra to Abidjan.

The other airports of Nigeria

Nigeria has a network of international airports that our teams serve according to your itinerary:

• Abuja-Nnamdi Azikiwe (ABV): the federal capital
• Port Harcourt (PHC): the heart of the Niger Delta oil industry
• Kano-Mallam Aminu Kano (KAN): a major hub in the north
• Enugu-Akanu Ibiam (ENU): the south-east of the country

For Kano and Port Harcourt, the UK Foreign Office advises against all but essential travel to Kano State and to the non-riverine areas of Rivers State, and against all travel to its riverine areas (advice updated on 20 August 2026). Check it before fixing the itinerary.

Popular private jet routes to or from Lagos

• Lagos-Abuja: 1h00 flight
• Lagos-Accra: 1h00
• Lagos-Abidjan: 1h00
• Lagos-Paris: 6h15
• Lagos-London: 6h30
• Lagos-Johannesburg: 5h30
• Lagos-Dubai: 7h30

To Europe or the Gulf, a heavy jet flies non-stop: the Global 5000, with 9,000 km of range according to our fleet page, covers both the roughly 5,000 km to London and the 6,000 km or so to Dubai, routed around Sudan. An ultra-long-range jet adds margin for a full cabin or a night flight. Regionally, Accra and Johannesburg are among our fields; for Europe, see our London airports page.

IBC Aviation to or from Lagos

Our teams arrange your flights to or from Lagos, handle permits, ground handling and security, and select the aircraft from our fleet best suited to the distance and the number of passengers. Available 24/7:

• France: +33 1 41 69 88 88
• Switzerland: +41 22 880 28 88
• Email: contact@ibc-aviation.com

Frequently asked questions

Which airport should I use to fly private to Lagos?

Murtala Muhammed (LOS / DNMM), around 20 km from the centre, is the main gateway. It has private terminals dedicated to business aviation (Evergreen Apple Nigeria, Quits Aviation Services) and accommodates every type of aircraft, including ultra-long-range jets.

How much does it cost to charter a private jet to Lagos?

The price depends on the aircraft, the number of passengers, the itinerary and the dates. To Europe or the Gulf, a heavy jet is chartered from €6,500 per hour and an ultra-long-range jet from €9,000 to €12,000 per hour; regional links fly on a lighter jet. Our teams provide a personalised, all-inclusive quote within the hour.

Are a visa and permits required to fly to Nigeria?

Yes. Visa on arrival is no longer available: applications go through the online portal before travel, except for holders of a CERPAC residence card or a Green Card, according to the UK Foreign Office. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required, except for infants aged 8 months or younger and adults aged 61 or older. For the aircraft, the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) requires the permit at least 24 hours before the day of the flight. A foreign airline may operate passenger charters into and out of Nigeria only with a flight clearance from the NCAA, Nigeria's civil aviation authority, and in collaboration with the holder of a Nigerian Air Travel Organiser's Licence (ATOL). IBC Aviation handles these steps.

Does Lagos have a business-aviation terminal?

Yes. The airport has dedicated private terminals, Evergreen Apple Nigeria (EAN) and Quits Aviation Services, offering fast-track reception, a VIP lounge, private formalities, hangars and maintenance.

Can you reach Europe non-stop from Lagos?

Yes, from the heavy jet category upwards: around 6h15 to Paris and 6h30 to London. A super midsize, with shorter range, needs a technical stop.

Which other Nigerian airports do you serve?

Besides Lagos, our teams serve Abuja (ABV), Port Harcourt (PHC), Kano (KAN) and Enugu (ENU), depending on your itinerary across the country.