Lagos to Ikare flights
Ikare lies 286 km (178 mi) north-east of Lagos, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 7 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 | Ikare | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 15.4 million | 465,000 |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | 423 m (1,388 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Nearest large airport | LOS, 16 km out | AKR, 59 km out |
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 Ikare
Ikare is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Akure Airport (AKR), 59 km (37 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,195 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akure Airport (regional) | AKR | 59 km (37 mi) | 9,195 ft | 1,100 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Ikare from Lagos?
286 km (178 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Lagos.
How long does it take to get from Lagos to Ikare by air?
About 1 h 7 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 Ikare?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Which airports are used for Lagos to Ikare flights?
Typically Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Akure Airport (AKR).
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.