Cheap Flights from Lagos to Benin City (LOS → BNI)

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Lagos to Benin City is a short non-stop flight of under an hour, compared with a road journey that often takes 5 to 7 hours or more with traffic and road conditions. That time saving makes flying popular for weekend trips and family events in Edo State. Flights depart from Murtala Muhammed Airport in Lagos, where airlines use either the MMA1 or MMA2 domestic terminal, so check your ticket before heading to the airport. All flights land at Benin Airport (BNI), close to the city centre. There are fewer daily flights on this route than on Lagos to Abuja, so popular departure times fill up quickly, especially on Friday and Sunday, and in the weeks before Christmas, New Year and Easter, when many people travel home.

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Cheapest month to fly

Fares are usually lowest outside holiday periods, especially February–March and September–November.
December is the most expensive month, as many people travel home for Christmas and New Year.
Mid-week flights are often cheaper than Friday and Sunday departures.

Find the best route

All Lagos to Benin City flights are non-stop and take about 45–55 minutes.
There are fewer daily departures than on Lagos to Abuja, so popular times sell out early.
Check the departure terminal (MMA1 or MMA2) on your ticket before travelling to the airport.

Route information

Airports: Lagos: Murtala Muhammed Airport domestic terminals (MMA1 and MMA2). Benin City: Benin Airport (BNI)
Common airlines: Air Peace, Arik Air, United Nigeria Airlines and other domestic carriers (schedules vary)
Typical duration: Non-stop flights take about 45–55 minutes.
Typical prices: One-way Economy fares vary by airline and date, and rise sharply around Christmas and Easter. Check the Flight deals tab for recent prices.

Non-stop flights from Lagos to Benin City take about 45 to 55 minutes.

Fares change often by airline and date, and are highest around Christmas and Easter. Check the Flight deals tab or search on Gokuest for current prices from 100+ travel agents.

Airlines that commonly serve the route include Air Peace, Arik Air and United Nigeria Airlines. Schedules change, so search on Gokuest for the airlines flying on your date.

All flights arrive at Benin Airport (BNI), close to the city centre.

Flying takes under an hour, while the road journey often takes 5 to 7 hours or more. For short trips, flying usually saves a full day of travel.

Airlines generally ask for a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a National ID card or NIN slip, international passport, driver’s licence or voter’s card.

Book as early as possible, ideally by October or early November. Seats sell out and fares rise sharply in December.

Arrive at least one hour before departure. Domestic check-in usually closes 30 to 45 minutes before take-off.

Tips and advice

Book early for December and Easter travel; Lagos to Benin seats sell out and fares climb steeply in the two to three weeks before Christmas. With fewer daily flights than bigger routes, compare all airlines on Gokuest rather than waiting for one carrier’s price to drop. If you are travelling for a weekend event, a Thursday or Saturday morning departure is often cheaper than Friday evening. Check your Lagos terminal (MMA1 or MMA2), and arrive at least an hour before departure.

Cheap Flights from Lagos to Benin City (LOS → BNI)