The flight distance from Long Beach (Daugherty Field) Airport (LGB) in Long Beach, United States to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) in Lagos, Nigeria is 12,402 kilometers (7,706 miles / 6,697 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.

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 23:16 in Long Beach, it's 08:16 in Lagos. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Lagos (LOS) to Long Beach (LGB) follows a heading of 310° (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 Long Beach (Daugherty Field) Airport (LGB) and Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.