The flight distance from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) in Lagos, Nigeria to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers, United States is 9,198 kilometers (5,715 miles / 4,966 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 296°.

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 Nigeria with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:31 in Lagos, it's 15:31 in Fort Myers. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Fort Myers (RSW) to Lagos (LOS) follows a heading of 86° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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