Lagos Airport

Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS / DNMM)

Around twenty kilometres from the centre of Lagos, in Ikeja, Murtala Muhammed (LOS / DNMM) is Nigeria's main airport and one of the busiest in Africa. Its long runways, up to around 3,900 m, accommodate every type of aircraft, from business jets to ultra-long-range jets linking Europe or the Gulf non-stop. The airport has private terminals dedicated to business aviation, away from commercial flows.

Formalities and security: the value of a broker

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

Lagos, the economic engine of West Africa

Lagos accounts for a major share of Nigeria's economy: oil and gas, banking, a booming tech scene and the entertainment industry (Nollywood). The city brings together one of the highest concentrations of executives and entrepreneurs on the continent, and serves as a gateway to the whole of West Africa, from Accra to Abuja.

Popular private jet routes from Lagos

• Lagos – Abuja: 1h00 flight
• Lagos – Accra: 1h00
• Lagos – Paris: 6h15
• Lagos – London: 6h30
• Lagos – Dubai: 7h30

IBC Aviation and Lagos airport

Our teams arrange your flights to or from Lagos, handle permits, ground handling and security, and select the aircraft suited to the distance, up to the ultra-long-range jet for non-stop links to Europe or the Gulf. For your European links, see also the London airports and Paris airport. 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 twenty kilometres from the centre, is the main gateway. It has private terminals dedicated to business aviation and accommodates every type of aircraft, including ultra-long-range jets.

Do I need a visa and permits to fly to Nigeria?

Yes. Flights to Nigeria require a visa, landing and overflight permits, and ground-handling and security coordination. IBC Aviation manages all of these steps for you.

Can I reach Lagos non-stop from Europe?

Yes, aboard an ultra-long-range aircraft: around 6h15 from Paris and 6h30 from London. With shorter-range aircraft, a technical stop is required.

Does Lagos have a business aviation terminal?

Yes. The airport has private terminals dedicated to business flights: fast reception, private customs and immigration and a reserved lounge.

How long is the flight between Lagos and Abuja or Accra?

Around 1 hour in both cases. Lagos is ideally placed to reach across West Africa.