More Information about London

Destination Overview

The Romans first settled and established London over two millennia ago. It is now the capital of England as well as its most populous city. It stands on the River Thames and is a metropolis for the entire world. With centuries of interesting history, London also features fine dining, trendy shops, fabulous theater, with astounding art and architecture to boot. Some of London’s major and most popular attractions include the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, the British Museum and the London Eye. London is a superb destination for travelers visiting for either business or pleasure or perhaps even both!

Flying to London

1. Which airports serve Lagos to London?

Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport is the most popular airport serving flights from Lagos to London. It is located in Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria, and is the major airport serving the entire state.

2. Which airlines operate flights from Lagos to London?

British Airways is the major provider of these flights, with daily departures and no connections required, with Virgin Atlantic also offering similar flights. Other airlines, including Air France, Egyptair, Emirates, Ethiopian, Etihad, Kenya, KLM, Qatar, Royal Air Maroc, South African and Turkish also offer daily departures but require a connection. Lufthansa, MEA, and RwandAir offer only some departures throughout the week.

3. How long is the flight?

If you book a direct flight from Lagos to London you can expect it to take approximately 6 hours and 25 minutes. With layovers, there are many other options that might take upwards of 9 hours. London is in the same time zone as Lagos.

4. Climate changes between Lagos to London

Lagos has a fairly constant warm temperature, while London enjoys a milder climate with cooler temperatures from October through May and warmer temperatures from June through September. Lagos experiences rainfall from May through to July, while London has fairly constant rainfall all year round.

5. Culture differences and need-to-know

London’s currency is the Great Britain Pound, also referred to as the pound sterling, and it can be acquired at most London banks, international airports, hotels, and specialized stores called Foreign Exchange Bureaus. Credit cards such as MasterCard and Visa can be used at ATMs to obtain currency as well.

No visa is required to enter the United Kingdom for US passport holders to visit or conduct business for up to six months.

City Information

London is a true hub for art, heritage, business, culture, and much more.

No matter the reason for visiting – make sure your stay is a memorable one. Plan to have a dinner date or professional lunch at one of London’s five-star restaurants, or if you are a tourist, take in all the sights and sounds of the city. There is no shortage of museums to visit and landmarks to see while you are in London. If you have a taste for the finer things in life, be sure to get lost in Harrod’s at one of London’s most iconic shopping malls. If you have an eye for art, music, and culture, catch a show on the West End, book a ticket at the Globe or visit the Royal Opera House and the Tate Modern.