Travelling from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): what you need to know
The timezone in Lagos is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Houston.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your IAH to LOS flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. These are the top stopovers between IAH and LOS:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Rs162,008 is currently the lowest price for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs293,499. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from IAH to LOS, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
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Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Of the flights that depart from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% land on time at their destination.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to IAH:
Arriving at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
If you're getting in on a late George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near LOS:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lagos and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Murtala Muhammed International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Murtala Muhammed International Airport to central Lagos has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
June is the most popular month for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Lagos in February.
Lock in your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport for January if you want to explore Lagos during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.
August has average temperatures of between 23ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap tickets from IAH to LOS sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nigeria
Lagos has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Nigeria you'll want to see. Around 113 kilometres north-east of Lagos, a visit to Ibadan will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Agodi Gardens, Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower.
Port Harcourt is another sought-after destination in Nigeria and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos. No trip is complete without dropping by Port Harcourt Zoo, Bori Camp Central Mosque and Garden City Amusement Park.