Cheap Flights from Lagos to Riyadh
Lagos (LOS) to Riyadh (RUH) is about 5,040 km and takes about 6 hrs 30 min direct. Saudia offers the most direct routing. Connections also run via Dubai, Doha and Cairo. Fares start from around ₦450,000, and TBILS lets you pay in installments.
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Lagos to Riyadh — Route Overview
Distance
5,040 km
LOS → RUH
Flight Time
about 6 hrs 30 min direct
2 hours ahead of Nigeria
Fares From
₦450,000
estimate — not a quote
Airports
From: Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
To: King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
Airlines on This Route
When to Book
Fares rise very steeply during Hajj and across the Umrah season. Booking months ahead is essential for those periods.
Visa — Nigerian Passport Holders
Nigerian passport holders require a visa for Saudi Arabia. Pilgrimage travel uses a separate Hajj or Umrah visa — TBILS can advise.
Fare estimates only — not quoted prices.
Lagos to Riyadh — Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a flight from Lagos to Riyadh?
Economy fares from Lagos to Riyadh start from about ₦450,000 — an estimate, not a quote. Fares rise very steeply during Hajj and across the Umrah season. Booking months ahead is essential for those periods.
Which airlines fly from Lagos to Riyadh?
Saudia, Emirates, Qatar Airways and EgyptAir serve Riyadh from Nigeria. Saudia offers the most direct routing. Connections also run via Dubai, Doha and Cairo. TBILS compares every available carrier for your travel dates.
How long is the Lagos to Riyadh flight?
The sector covers about 5,040 km and takes about 6 hrs 30 min direct. Saudia offers the most direct routing. Connections also run via Dubai, Doha and Cairo. Riyadh is 2 hours ahead of Nigeria.
When is the cheapest time to fly Lagos to Riyadh?
Fares rise very steeply during Hajj and across the Umrah season. Booking months ahead is essential for those periods.
Do Nigerians need a visa for Riyadh?
Nigerian passport holders require a visa for Saudi Arabia. Pilgrimage travel uses a separate Hajj or Umrah visa — TBILS can advise.
