A private jet from Abuja to Lagos typically plans about 1h05 in the air, or 1h20–1h30 in a turboprop. Most of Nigeria’s charter fleet is based in Lagos, so the price of this sector depends heavily on whether a suitable aircraft is already sitting in Abuja.
- Direct distance276 NM511 km great-circle
- Fastest in the air1h 04mEmbraer Phenom 300
- Estimates fromUS$ 11,800one-way, 4 passengers
- Aircraft that fit11types priced below
What a private jet from Abuja to Lagos costs
Every aircraft below can fly ABV–LOS non-stop off the runways at both ends. Prices are computed live from aircraft performance, fuel burn, airport fees and the cost of positioning the aircraft to Abuja — one-way, 4 passengers.
| Aircraft | Class | Seats | Flight time | Estimate, one-way | Exact price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Air 350i | Turboprop | 10 | 1h 21m | US$ 11,800 | |
| Embraer Phenom 300 | Light jet | 8 | 1h 04m | US$ 13,100 | |
| King Air C90GTx | Turboprop | 6 | 1h 29m | US$ 13,700 | |
| Hawker 800XP | Midsize jet | 8 | 1h 07m | US$ 13,700 | |
| Learjet 45XR | Light jet | 8 | 1h 05m | US$ 13,900 | |
| Embraer Legacy 600 | Heavy jet | 13 | 1h 07m | US$ 20,000 | |
| Challenger 605 | Heavy jet | 11 | 1h 06m | US$ 23,400 | |
| Citation XLS+ | Midsize jet | 9 | 1h 06m | US$ 24,700 |
Airports on the Abuja–Lagos route
| Airport | ICAO | IATA | Runway |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nnamdi Azikiwe International AirportAbuja | DNAA |
ABV |
11,842 ft |
| Murtala Muhammed International AirportLagos | DNMM |
LOS |
12,794 ft |
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*Computed estimate, not a quote. Figures move with aircraft availability, positioning and fuel. Single-engine piston aircraft are left out of route guides — the search tool still prices them if you want the absolute cheapest option. Estimates refresh twice daily.
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Which airports serve Abuja to Lagos?
The pair is Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV), about 40 km west of central Abuja, and Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) in Ikeja. Private and charter flights in Lagos are normally handled through the general aviation terminal rather than the airline terminals, which keeps arrival quick.
Plan the Lagos road transfer as part of the trip
The flight is short; the drive from Ikeja to Victoria Island, Ikoyi or Lekki can take longer than the flight at peak hours. Landing mid-morning or early afternoon, and arranging for your car to meet the aircraft, protects the time the charter saves.
Abuja and back in a day
Many trips on this corridor are a same-day meeting. Keeping the aircraft and crew with you for a day return is often cheaper than two one-ways on different days, because the aircraft never has to reposition empty in between.
Jet or turboprop?
A light jet such as the Citation CJ3+ or Phenom 300 shaves about 20 minutes off a turboprop and adds an executive cabin. A King Air 350i is a practical, efficient choice for up to around eight passengers with normal luggage; larger groups move to a midsize jet or a regional turboprop.
Why empty legs matter on this route
Aircraft that drop passengers in Abuja often return to Lagos empty. If your timing is flexible, ask whether one of those repositioning flights fits — it is the most reliable way to bring the cost of a one-way down on this corridor.
How to request a useful quote
Share the travel date and preferred departure time, passenger names as they appear on ID for the manifest, bags, the Lagos terminal and destination, whether you need a return and when, and any security or ground-transport arrangements. Ask whether positioning, handling, parking and crew costs are included.
Abuja to Lagos private jet prices by group size and trip
The same route priced for different trips. Charter is sold by the aircraft, not the seat, so the cost per person falls as more people fly, and a return is often far cheaper than two one-ways.
| Passengers | Cheapest suitable aircraft | One-way | Per seat | Cheapest jet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | King Air 350i1h 21m in the air | US$11,800 | US$5,900 | US$13,100Embraer Phenom 300 |
| 4 | King Air 350i1h 21m in the air | US$11,800 | US$2,950 | US$13,100Embraer Phenom 300 |
| 8 | King Air 350i1h 21m in the air | US$11,800 | US$1,475 | US$13,100Embraer Phenom 300 |
| 12 | Embraer Legacy 6001h 07m in the air | US$20,000 | US$1,666 | US$20,000Embraer Legacy 600 |
| Trip, 4 passengers | Cheapest suitable aircraft | Estimate | vs one-way |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way | King Air 350i | US$11,800 | — |
| Return, same day | Hawker 800XP | US$16,500 | 1.4× |
| Return after 3 nights | King Air C90GTx | US$22,600 | 1.9× |
How much is a private jet from Abuja to Lagos for 8 passengers?
About US$11,800 one-way for the whole aircraft in a King Air 350i (1h 21m in the air), or roughly US$1,475 per seat. For two passengers the cheapest option is US$11,800. These are live estimates including positioning, airport and navigation fees.
How much does a return private jet from Abuja to Lagos cost?
For four passengers, a same-day return costs about US$16,500 in a Hawker 800XP, 1.4 times the one-way estimate of US$11,800. Flying back after three nights costs about US$22,600; the engine compares keeping the aircraft and crew with you against two separate rotations and uses the cheaper. A one-way price already pays for the aircraft to fly home empty, which is why a return costs far less than two one-ways.
Estimates as of 30 October 2026: whole aircraft in US dollars, including positioning, airport and navigation fees; returns include crew overnight and standby costs or two rotations, whichever is cheaper. The operator confirms the final price. Compare every route in the Africa Private Jet Price Index.
Frequently asked questions
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Flight time is an indicative planning range, not a timetable. Final aircraft, permissions, availability and operating terms are confirmed by the licensed carrier.