Airport Comparison
Cusco (CUZ) to Lagos (LOS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) in Cusco, Peru to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) in Lagos, Nigeria is 8,602 kilometers (5,345 miles / 4,644 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 80°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Peru with Nigeria. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:28 in Cusco, it's 10:28 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 10,725 feet between the two airports. Murtala Muhammed International Airport sits lower than Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Lagos (LOS) to Cusco (CUZ) follows a heading of 254° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) and Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.