Flying from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Benin City Airport (BNI): what you need to know
Around 1 hour is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Benin City Airport.
Flights from LOS to BNI start from 06:50 — the earliest with Green Africa Airways. The latest departure is at 16:55 with Green Africa Airways. In total, you can take your pick of 34 weekly Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Benin City Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your LOS to BNI flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
There are plenty of direct flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Benin City Airport, so getting to Benin City (and then touring more of Nigeria!) is a cinch. Popular airlines that fly nonstop include:
NG Eagle is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Benin City Airport (BNI)
Currently, C$86 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Benin City Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$179. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from LOS to BNI, reserve your trip eight months before your planned departure.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Benin City Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LOS to BNI.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Benin City Airport.
Handy information about Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
64.68% of flights taking off from Murtala Muhammed International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Murtala Muhammed International Airport is around 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 arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near LOS? If you've booked an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Benin City Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Benin City Airport (BNI)
If you're arriving on a late Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Benin City Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near BNI:
Start your adventure sooner with a Benin City Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis to explore beyond Benin City's usual tourist stops.
Book your vehicle from Benin City Airport at least a few weeks before your departure date to lock in the best possible deal. If you're travelling during a busy period, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Benin City Airport (BNI) to central Benin City
Benin City Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Benin City. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Benin City Airport (BNI)
June is the most popular month for flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Benin City Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Benin City in February.
The warmest month in Benin City is January, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Benin City Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
August has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LOS to BNI around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Nigeria
You've visited Benin City, now it's time to explore other corners of Nigeria. Travel about 241 kilometres west to Lagos to check off its popular sights. From National Museum Lagos Lagos Island Lagos to Freedom Park Lagos and Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Benin City, Ibadan is another essential stop in Nigeria. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Agodi Gardens, Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower.
