Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): what you need to know
Lagos is eight hours ahead of Sacramento and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your SMF to LOS flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Sacramento International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Many travellers pass through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
₹ 133,734 is the lowest price for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ₹ 143,612. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from SMF to LOS, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Sacramento International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF's address is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 82.15% of flights that take off from SMF arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach Sacramento International Airport from central Sacramento, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Want a hotel to stay in before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport? Check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. Catch some z's here before making your way to SMF.
Arriving at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sacramento International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LOS instead:
Pick up a Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car and discover Lagos and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car and Avis are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Murtala Muhammed International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Murtala Muhammed International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Lagos. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Lagos in February.
The warmest month in Lagos is January, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Sacramento International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SMF to LOS in August. Average temperatures are between 23ºC and 27ºC then.
Explore more of Nigeria
Ibadan is just one of the many places in Nigeria waiting to be explored once you've seen Lagos. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Agodi Gardens, Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Nigeria, consider Port Harcourt, about 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos. Port Harcourt Zoo, Bori Camp Central Mosque and Garden City Amusement Park are key reasons to visit.
