Murtala Muhammed International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 28, 2026, local time)
About 12h 16m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Murtala Muhammed International Airport
Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) is an international airport located in Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria, and is the major airport serving the entire state. The airport was initially built during World War II and is named after Murtala Muhammed (1938–1976), the fourth head of state of Nigeria.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
DNMMNOTAMs
DNMMReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18R / 36L | 12,794 ft / 3,900 m | 197 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 18L / 36R | 8,997 ft / 2,742 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | LAGOS WEST | 120.900 MHz |
| AFIS | LAGOS EAST | 127.300 MHz |
| APP | APP | 124.300 MHz |
| ATIS | — | 123.800 MHz |
| TOWER | — | 118.100 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 21% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 12% | 1,724 ft | |
| Feb | 24% | 1,842 ft | |
| Mar | 63% | 1,916 ft | |
| Apr | 63% | 1,879 ft | |
| May | 60% | 1,724 ft | |
| Jun | 47% | 1,531 ft | |
| Jul | 44% | 1,404 ft | |
| Aug | 52% | 1,375 ft | |
| Sep | 51% | 1,441 ft | |
| Oct | 50% | 1,560 ft | |
| Nov | 40% | 1,686 ft | |
| Dec | 15% | 1,724 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,375–1,916 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Murtala Muhammed International Airport?
The ICAO code for Murtala Muhammed International Airport is DNMM, and its IATA code is LOS.
Where is Murtala Muhammed International Airport located?
Murtala Muhammed International Airport is large airport located in Lagos, Nigeria, at an elevation of 135 ft (41 m).
How many runways does Murtala Muhammed International Airport have?
Murtala Muhammed International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 12,794 ft / 3,900 m.
Which airlines fly to Murtala Muhammed International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Murtala Muhammed International Airport include Air France, Alitalia, Asian Wings Airways, Atlant-Soyuz Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, among 27 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Murtala Muhammed International Airport?
Historical data lists 43 nonstop destinations from Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Murtala Muhammed International Airport in?
Murtala Muhammed International Airport is in the Africa/Lagos time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Murtala Muhammed International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Murtala Muhammed International Airport is approximately 1.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Murtala Muhammed International Airport?
The nearest airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is Cotonou Cadjehoun International Airport (COO), about 57.4 nm to the wsw, followed by Ibadan Airport and Bohicon/Cana Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Murtala Muhammed International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.