Transfer Options from Lagos Airport to Downtown

Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€11	40min	24/7

How to get from Lagos Airport to Downtown by Taxi

Unless you’re planning on renting a car while you’re in Nigeria, taking a taxi is the only way to get from Lagos airport to the city. The journey time in a Lagos airport taxi is around 40 minutes, and the average cost for the journey from Lagos airport to Ikeja is a very affordable €11 (NGN 5,000).

How much is a taxi from Lagos airport to the city?

The cost of a local taxi from Lagos airport to Ikeja is around €11 (NGN 5,000). However, the exact price will be decided by each individual driver. If you’re looking for an official set-rate fare for your transfer from Lagos airport to downtown, you can book in advance with Welcome Pickups instead.

Cost

€11 (NGN 5,000)

Trip Duration

40 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Lagos Airport.

Where do I find a taxi from Lagos Airport to downtown?

Taxis can be easily spotted directly outside the terminal at Lagos airport. Simply walk through the arrivals hall exit doors and you will see the long line of taxis waiting for you.

Convenience

Trying to rent a car in a foreign country can be a long, expensive and stressful experience. Instead, why not take a quick and painless Lagos airport taxi for your journey into the city? The total journey time from Lagos airport to the city is 40 minutes, so you can relax in the back of a private vehicle instead of worrying about directions.

Editor’s Note

During peak travel times, trying to get a local taxi can be difficult. If you will be landing during rush hour, we suggest pre-booking your transfer with Welcome Pickups to guarantee an on-time pickup and door-to-door transfer.

Useful Tips

Be sure to agree on a price with your driver before beginning your journey.

The roads in Lagos are pretty bad, so expect journey times to increase if there's traffic.

Tipping your taxi driver in Lagos is optional, however, if you do wish to leave a tip, 5-10% is a good amount.

Welcome Pickups has a Net Safety Score of 99 of 100

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20 minute gap between transfers
Regular Car Sanitisation
Contactless ride
Sanitiser in every car

How do I get from Lagos Airport to Ikeja downtown?

If you don’t want to go through the trouble of renting your own car, the only way to get from Lagos airport to downtown Ikeja is by taking a taxi. The cost of a local Lagos airport taxi is around €11 (NGN 5,000) and the journey time is 40 minutes.

What's the cost of a taxi from Lagos Airport to the Ikeja area?

The local Lagos airport taxi drivers will decide on your fare when you get in the taxi. The average cost of the journey from Lagos airport to the city is €11 (NGN 5,000), but you can negotiate this fare with your driver. To avoid the hassle of negotiation, you can pre-book your transfer in advance with Welcome Pickups and enjoy a fixed-rate fare that won’t change.

Is there a direct bus from Lagos Airport to Ikeja?

No, there’s no public transportation from Lagos airport to Ikeja. You will have to take a Lagos airport taxi to get to your hotel. The total journey time in a Lagos airport taxi is 40 minutes and the cost is around €11 (NGN 5,000).

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