Lagos to Cayenne flights
Cayenne lies 6,166 km (3,831 mi) west of Lagos, -4 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 8 h 39 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Lagos | Cayenne | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | French Guiana |
| Population | 15.4 million | 61,550 |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC-3 (America/Cayenne) |
| Nearest large airport | LOS, 16 km out | CAY, 13 km out |
Clocks in Cayenne are 4 h behind Lagos right now, so a 8 h 39 min journey lands only 4 h 39 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Cayenne
Crossing from Nigeria into French Guiana: money changes from the Naira to the Euro (EUR); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +594.
Airports at each end
Leaving Lagos
Lagos is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS), 16 km (10 mi) from the centre, whose 12,794-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Cayenne
Cayenne is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport (CAY), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, whose 10,486-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport | CAY | 13 km (8 mi) | 10,486 ft | 26 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Cayenne from Lagos?
6,166 km (3,831 mi) in a straight line, west of Lagos.
How long does it take to get from Lagos to Cayenne by air?
About 8 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lagos and Cayenne?
Cayenne is 4 h behind at the moment (America/Cayenne against Africa/Lagos).
Which airports are used for Lagos to Cayenne flights?
Typically Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport (CAY).
What currency do I need in Cayenne?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.