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United States → Nigeria
Planning a trip from the United States to Nigeria? Compare available flights from major US cities to popular Nigerian destinations and find an option that suits your travel dates, budget and preferred airline.
Whether you're coming home for Christmas, visiting family, travelling for business or planning a holiday, search and compare available flights to Nigeria with Intercity.
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Why Intercity
Use Intercity to search and compare available flight options from the United States to Nigeria based on your travel dates, destination and preferred journey.
Compare available flight options based on factors such as price, airline, departure time, arrival time, stops and journey duration.
Search for available flights and continue through the booking process online.
Search available flights to major Nigerian destinations including Lagos and Abuja, with other destinations available depending on current flight inventory.
Intercity provides flights alongside other travel services, helping you plan additional transportation and travel needs after arriving in Nigeria.
At a glance
| Journey | Popular destination |
|---|---|
| USA → Nigeria | Lagos, Abuja and other available destinations |
| New York → Nigeria | Lagos, Abuja and other available destinations |
| Houston → Nigeria | Lagos, Abuja and other available destinations |
| Atlanta → Nigeria | Lagos, Abuja and other available destinations |
| Chicago → Nigeria | Lagos, Abuja and other available destinations |
| Dallas → Nigeria | Lagos, Abuja and other available destinations |
| Washington DC → Nigeria | Lagos, Abuja and other available destinations |
| Los Angeles → Nigeria | Lagos, Abuja and other available destinations |
| Miami → Nigeria | Lagos, Abuja and other available destinations |
Flight routes, schedules, fares, airlines and availability can change. Always check current availability for your selected travel dates before booking.
Departure cities
New York is an important departure market for travellers from the United States travelling to Nigeria.
Search available flight options from New York to Lagos, Abuja and other Nigerian destinations depending on current availability.
Houston is an important market for Nigerian travellers and the wider Nigerian diaspora in Texas.
Search available flight options from Houston to Nigeria and compare available itineraries for your travel dates.
Travelling from Atlanta? Search available flight options from Atlanta to Nigerian destinations and compare available flights based on your preferred dates.
Travellers from Chicago can search available flight options to Nigerian destinations through Intercity.
Compare available schedules, airlines and itineraries for your journey.
Travelling from Dallas or the wider North Texas area? Search available flights from Dallas to Nigeria and compare your options.
Search available flight options from Washington DC to Nigeria and compare available itineraries based on your travel dates and destination.
Travelling from Southern California? Search available flight options from Los Angeles to Nigeria and compare available routes and connecting itineraries.
Search available flights from Miami to Nigeria and compare available options for your preferred travel dates.
Destinations
Lagos is one of Nigeria's major international travel destinations and a popular arrival point for travellers from the United States.
Search available flights from US cities to Lagos and compare the options available for your travel dates.
Travelling to Nigeria's capital? Search available flights from the United States to Abuja and compare available options.
If Port Harcourt is your final destination, search available US-to-Nigeria flight options and consider available connecting itineraries.
Depending on your travel dates and available flight inventory, you may also find flight options to or onward connections for:
Christmas & December
For many Nigerians living in the United States, December is an important time to return home, spend time with family and attend celebrations and events.
If you're planning to travel from the USA to Nigeria during the Christmas and New Year period, compare available flight options early and consider flexible travel dates where possible.
January return flights
If you're returning to the United States after Christmas or New Year, search available flights from Nigeria to the USA and compare options for your preferred January travel dates.
Booking guide
Enter the US airport or city you want to depart from.
Choose your preferred Nigerian destination or airport.
Enter your departure and return dates if you're booking a round trip.
Select the number of adults, children and infants travelling.
Review available flight options and compare the details relevant to your trip.
Choose the option that best matches your schedule, budget and travel requirements.
Enter the required passenger details and complete the booking process.
Flight options
Depending on your US departure city, Nigerian destination and travel date, available itineraries may include direct or connecting flights.
A direct flight can reduce the number of travel interruptions and may be convenient for travellers who prefer a simpler journey.
Connecting flights can provide additional airline, route and schedule options.
When comparing flights, consider:
Travel tips
If your schedule is flexible, compare different departure and return dates to find alternative options.
If practical, check more than one nearby airport. A different departure city may offer different flight schedules or fares.
Depending on your final destination, compare Lagos, Abuja and other available Nigerian arrival points.
Connecting flights may offer additional choices depending on your departure city and destination.
Always review the baggage allowance included in the selected fare before completing your booking.
A cheaper fare may involve a longer journey or additional stops. Consider the overall travel experience, not just the ticket price.
Flight cost
The cost of a flight from the United States to Nigeria depends on several factors, including:
Flight prices can change frequently, so the best way to determine the current fare is to search your specific departure and travel dates.
What affects the fare
Airlines
Depending on your departure city, destination and travel dates, available itineraries may include different international airlines and connecting carriers.
Possible airlines
Airline availability, routes, schedules and fares vary by date. Search your specific journey on Intercity to see currently available options.
US airports
New York
New York/Newark
Houston
Atlanta
Chicago
Dallas/Fort Worth
Washington, DC
Los Angeles
Miami
Other US airports with connecting services
Nigerian airports
LOS
Lagos
ABV
Abuja
PHC
Port Harcourt
Other Nigerian airports may be available depending on your itinerary and current flight schedules.
For Nigerians in the USA
Whether you're returning home for Christmas, visiting family, attending an event, travelling for business or planning a holiday, Intercity makes it easier to search for available flights from the United States to Nigeria.
Compare available flight options based on your travel dates, departure city and Nigerian destination before selecting the option that works best for your journey.
Beyond the airport
Your international flight may only be the first part of your journey.
If your final destination is another Nigerian city, you may need:
A domestic flight
Airport transfer
Car hire
Hotel accommodation
Interstate bus transportation
Intercity's wider travel platform can help you explore additional travel options for your journey within Nigeria.
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FAQ
Flight prices vary depending on your US departure city, Nigerian destination, travel dates, airline, cabin class, baggage allowance, route and availability. Search your preferred dates on Intercity to see current available fares.
Fares change with demand, so no single month is always cheapest. December and the Christmas period are usually the busiest and most expensive times to travel, while quieter months often have more availability. If your dates are flexible, compare a few different travel dates on Intercity to see the current options.
Airlines that may operate on USA to Nigeria routes include United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, British Airways, Qatar Airways, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, Air France, KLM and Lufthansa, among others. Availability depends on your route and travel date, so search your journey on Intercity to see the airlines currently offering flights.
Travellers can search flights to Nigeria from New York, Houston, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Washington DC, Los Angeles, Miami and other US cities on Intercity. Depending on the city and date, itineraries may be direct or connect through an international hub.
Direct flights between some US cities and Lagos may be available on certain airlines and dates, typically from the East Coast and Atlanta. From other US cities, a connection through a European, Middle Eastern or African hub is common. Search your route on Intercity and compare the direct and connecting itineraries shown for your dates.
New York (JFK and Newark), Atlanta and Houston tend to offer the widest choice of itineraries to Lagos and Abuja, including direct services on some dates. Travellers in Chicago, Dallas, Washington DC, Los Angeles and Miami can also search from their local airport, usually with a connection. Compare your nearest airports on Intercity to see which offers the better option for your dates.
Yes. Travellers can search flights from Houston to Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt on Intercity. Depending on the airline and date, these may be direct or connecting itineraries.
Yes. Search flights from New York to Lagos and Abuja on Intercity to see the itineraries currently available for your travel dates, including direct options where they exist and connecting alternatives.
Yes. Search flights from Atlanta to Nigerian destinations on Intercity to see the itineraries currently available for your travel dates, including direct and connecting options.
December is the busiest period on USA to Nigeria routes, so availability tightens and fares tend to rise as the holidays approach. Once your dates are confirmed, checking availability early and comparing a few departure and return dates usually gives you more options to choose from.
Yes. Select "Round trip" in the search form, enter your departure and return dates, and Intercity will show the available return itineraries for your journey. You can also search the Nigeria to USA leg on its own as a one-way trip.
Yes. Many travellers fly into Lagos or Abuja and continue to cities such as Enugu, Kano, Owerri, Uyo, Benin City, Asaba or Warri by domestic flight or interstate bus. Intercity lets you search domestic flights and buses for the onward leg once your international flight is booked.
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Whether you're coming home for Christmas, visiting family, travelling for business or planning your next trip, search available flights and compare your options with Intercity.
Flight schedules, fares, airline availability and travel requirements can change. Always confirm the latest information for your specific journey before booking or travelling.
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