outward: Dec 18, 2024
inbound: Jan 5, 2025Thanks to Lagos’ located in Nigeria, traveling from the American city of Houston by plane is the only feasible way to make the 6,511 mile journey. Taking just over 15 hours, with airlines including Delta Air Lines, Qatar Airways and KLM serving the route, flights from Houston to Lagos make at least one stop along the way. Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport is easily reached from Houston city center, while upon arrival at Lagos’ Murtala Muhammed International Airport, travelers can choose from either shuttle bus or taxi to reach the city center.
Overlooking the Gulf of Guinea, Lagos is Nigeria’s largest city and an increasingly popular tourist destination. Those who visit the Nigerian metropolis can explore sights such as the Nigerian National Museum, Lagos Island and Dreamworld Africana. The city also boasts a number of beaches: Bar Beach is the most popular, while Tarkwa Bay Beach is smaller and a little further from the city center. While in Lagos, don’t miss the opportunity to taste the local cuisine: suya, for example, is a popular dish consisting of grilled beef, seasoning and vegetables.