Flying from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 55 minutes.
New York's timezone is UTC-4, making New York five hours behind Lagos.
To ensure you get on your LOS to JFK flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Delta Air Lines is your gateway to exploring New York (and maybe even some other great parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Delta Air Lines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Among carriers operating LOS to JFK flights, Delta Air Lines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between LOS and JFK:
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
At the moment, ر.ق. 2,029 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Murtala Muhammed International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 3,544. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To get cheap tickets from LOS to JFK, book your trip six months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
64.68% of flights leaving from Murtala Muhammed International Airport land at their destination on time.
Murtala Muhammed International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Lagos. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LOS? If you've booked an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
If you're arriving on a late Murtala Muhammed International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near JFK:
Travel at your own speed with a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and venture far and wide through New York and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
From John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit New York in May.
When reserving your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LOS to JFK in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're ready to explore another side of United States, consider Boston, roughly 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are highlights.