CIP
Chipata
Zambia
3,932 km
2,443 miles
LOS
Lagos
Nigeria
Distance
3,932 km
2,443 mi / 2,123 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Lusaka
Heading
303°
west northwest

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CIP LOS
Airport Name Chipata Airport Murtala Muhammed International Airport
IATA Code CIP LOS
ICAO Code FLCP DNMM
City Chipata Lagos
Country Zambia Nigeria
Timezone Africa/Lusaka Africa/Lagos
Elevation 3,360 ft 135 ft
Coordinates -13.560000, 32.590000 6.580000, 3.320000

Chipata (CIP) to Lagos (LOS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chipata Airport (CIP) in Chipata, Zambia to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) in Lagos, Nigeria is 3,932 kilometers (2,443 miles / 2,123 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 303°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Zambia with Nigeria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:32 in Chipata, it's 09:32 in Lagos.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,225 feet between the two airports. Murtala Muhammed International Airport sits lower than Chipata Airport.

The return flight from Lagos (LOS) to Chipata (CIP) follows a heading of 125° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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