Search Flights from Lagos to Kumasi
Estimated Prices for Lagos to Kumasi Flights
| Popular Airport | Kumasi Airport |
|---|---|
| Popular Airlines | |
| Approximate Flight Duration | 1 hour |
| Approximate Travel Distance | 557 Km |
Transportation to Airport from Lagos City Center
Murtala Muhammed Intl. Airport
Murtala Muhammed Airport in Nigeria's Lagos province, Ikeja region can be reached easily from the city center with bus, okada, taxi or rental cars.
Bus
It is very easy to get to Murtala Muhammed Airport from the city center thanks to Lagos city buses operated by NURTW Cooperative and Lagbus. In Lagos, the roads used by buses are different from those used by regular cars, so they provide a fast transportation service without any traffic. To take advantage of the Modern and comfortable Lagos buses, all you have to do is to get a ticket from the sales points or vending machines at the stops.
Lagos buses might have different sizes but all are yellow. The name of the smallest buses type is known as ''danfo''. The “molue” buses, which are a bigger, travel more frequently between the city and the airport compared to others.
Okada
Okada motorcycles that you can use for your short trips are Lagos' most popular means of transportation. Okadas are quite fast so it is possible to get to your destination without losing time in the traffic. There are many okada motorcycles going directly to Murtala Muhammed Airport from Lagos city center.
Taxi
The safest, though not the cheapest, way to get around in Lagos is by taxi. Lagos taxis can be easily found at every corner of the city. Some taxi drivers do not use a taximeter, so it is advised that you negotiate according to the distance you are going to travel.
Taxis are usually opening with 500 Nigerian Naira. Then they demand 500 Naira per kilometer. If you choose to go to the airport by taxi from within the city, it would be useful to call one of these companies: Red Cab (+2347000733222), Corporate Cabs (+2348191166926) or Orange Cabs (+2347029119504).
Car Rental
Having an expressway linking Murtala Muhammed Airport and Lagos city center, shortens the duration of your journey incredibly. You can get to the airport in 25-30 minutes, instead of one hour, thanks to this highway.
Airport Information
Murtala Muhammed Airport, located 22 kilometers north-west of Lagos, is in the Ikeja region. As it is the largest and most modern airport in Nigeria, it has multiple facilities for its passengers.
In the airport with two terminals, facilities like duty free store and other stores, souvenir shops, eating and drinking areas, exchange office, bank and ATMs, travel agencies, car rental companies, free internet access, tourist information desks, recreation areas, VIP halls, etc. are available.
Transportation to Kumasi City Center from Airport
Kumasi Airport
In Kumasi, which is Ghana's city surrounded by rainforests, the airport is located about 6 kilometers away from the center. Kumasi Airport is also among the busiest airports of the country with its monthly passenger traffic of approximately 50 thousand people. You can take advantage of the taxis waiting for their passengers at Kumasi Airport for traveling to the city center from the airport where regular flights are organized to Tamale and Accra.
If you want to travel from Kumasi Airport to the center with your family or friends, you can use a private shuttle with a passenger capacity of up to 8 passengers. You also have the chance to travel to the center with a hotel shuttle in the region that is not very rich in terms of hotels. However, if you plan to benefit from this extremely comfortable alternative, it is recommended to make an online search and make a reservation for suitable options around Kumasi in advance.
Taxi
When you land at the airport in Kumasi, which is one of the important transportation centers of the country along with Accra, the capital of Ghana, you can see the taxis just at the exit of the terminal. The transportation to the city center by Kumasi taxis takes only 10 minutes. Taxi fares in Ghana are extremely budget-friendly especially for short distances. It is possible to use a taxi by paying only a few dollars. You can learn the average price by showing your destination on the map before getting on any Kumasi Airport taxi. If you wish to take a taxi with passengers who want to travel to the same destination with you, remember that you can take advantage of these vehicles if you prefer this option.
Private Shuttle
Private shuttles are frequently preferred in the transportation between the airport and the city center. The reason for the popularity of these vehicles is that they are very safe. Since they are also among the budget-friendly transportation alternatives, they are very popular among tourists. You can reach the city center in about 15 minutes by paying only a few dollars for these vehicles.
Car Rental
Renting a car is not an alternative as common as taxis and private shuttles. If you need to rent a car in the country, you need have your international driver’s license with you. You can choose your car online, prefer a vehicle with or without a driver. You can get information about the rental cars by contacting your hotel in advance. The cost of renting a car in Kumasi may vary depending on the vehicle type and duration of renting. The daily cost of renting a car generally around 15-20 dollars.
Weather in Kumasi
Min 25ºC - Max 34ºCMin 25ºC - Max 33ºC
Min 25ºC - Max 33ºCMin 24ºC - Max 33ºC
Min 24ºC - Max 37ºC
More Information About Kumasi
Frequently Asked Questions
