Domestic flights in Nigeria: book local flights online
Book flights between 20 Nigerian cities on SkyKoda and compare every airline we can sell in one search. In our latest checks (27 Oct 2026) the cheapest one-way fare was ₦112,288, Lagos to Abuja, and the typical route cost about ₦118,193. Pay in full, pay from 25% now with Pay Small Small, or book by WhatsApp.
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Domestic flight prices by route
The cheapest airline in Nigeria
There is no single cheapest airline: it changes with the route and date. In SkyKoda's latest checks United Nigeria Airlines was cheapest on 24 of 42 domestic routes, followed by Air Peace on 12, Ibom Air on 2. Airlines with domestic fares on SkyKoda: United Nigeria Airlines, Air Peace, Flexflight and Ibom Air. See all airlines in Nigeria for every domestic airline and its status.
How to book a domestic flight
- Search your route and date. SkyKoda shows every airline we can sell, cheapest first, with the full price in naira.
- Choose a fare. You see the baggage allowance and whether it is refundable before you pay.
- Enter each passenger's name exactly as on their ID.
- Pay by card (Visa, Mastercard, Verve) or bank transfer, or pay from 25% now with Pay Small Small.
- Your e-ticket comes by e-mail and WhatsApp once the booking is paid in full. Prefer to chat? Book the whole trip on WhatsApp.
Tips for flying within Nigeria
- Bring a valid photo ID with the same name as your ticket.
- Check in early: domestic check-in usually closes 30 to 45 minutes before departure, depending on the airline (see each airline's page).
- Lagos and Abuja have separate domestic and international terminals; see the airport guides for terminals, closures and getting there.
- Fares for popular dates sell out; see how prices move in the monthly Nigeria Air Fare Index.
Questions about domestic flights in Nigeria
How much is a domestic flight in Nigeria?
In SkyKoda's latest checks the cheapest one-way domestic fare was ₦112,288 (Lagos to Abuja), and the typical cheapest fare on a domestic route was ₦118,193. Prices change daily with the date and seats left.
What is the cheapest airline in Nigeria?
It depends on the route and date. In SkyKoda's latest checks United Nigeria Airlines had the cheapest fare on 24 of 42 domestic routes among Nigerian airlines, followed by Air Peace (12), Ibom Air (2). Compare all airlines for your date in one search.
How long are domestic flights in Nigeria?
Most domestic flights take between 1h and about 1h 40m nonstop, depending on the route.
How do I book a domestic flight in Nigeria online?
Search your route and date on SkyKoda, compare the airlines, enter the passenger names as on your ID, and pay by card or bank transfer, or pay from 25% now with Pay Small Small. You can also book by WhatsApp on 0810 782 0069.
What ID do I need for a domestic flight in Nigeria?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID that matches the name on your ticket, such as a national ID card, driver's licence or passport. Check your airline's rules before you fly.
