The flight distance from El Paso International Airport (ELP) in El Paso, United States to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) in Lagos, Nigeria is 11,448 kilometers (7,113 miles / 6,181 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.

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 14:16 in El Paso, it's 22:16 in Lagos. With a 8-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 3,827 feet between the two airports. Murtala Muhammed International Airport sits lower than El Paso International Airport.

The return flight from Lagos (LOS) to El Paso (ELP) follows a heading of 305° (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 El Paso International Airport (ELP) and Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.