The flight distance from Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport (GVL) in Gainesville, United States to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) in Lagos, Nigeria is 9,335 kilometers (5,801 miles / 5,041 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 86°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Nigeria. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:13 in Gainesville, it's 10:13 in Lagos. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,142 feet between the two airports. Murtala Muhammed International Airport sits lower than Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport.

The return flight from Lagos (LOS) to Gainesville (GVL) follows a heading of 304° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport (GVL) and Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.