Private Jet Charter

Private Jet : Abidjan ➔ Lagos

Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.

Estimated distance

~830 km

Average flight time

~1h 01m

Recommended aircraft

Midsize Jet (Citation XLS, Hawker 900XP)

Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Abidjan and Lagos aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.

Operational context

Abidjan → Lagos: 815 km, 1h20 block time, departing Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP) and arriving Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM). The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (3000 m) and alternate fuel are validated. On this short sector a Citation XLS+ is the best cost / block-time compromise.

Departure and arrival airports

Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP)

On the departure side, Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP) serves Abidjan from 5.26°N / 3.93°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Aéria Executive Handling; 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Plateau / Assinie.

Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM)

Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM / LOS) is a major business field at 6.58°N / 3.32°E, Nigeria. Runway: 3900 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: Evergreen Apple Nigeria. Helicopter link: Victoria Island / Ikoyi.

Route data

Great-circle distance: 815 km · 440 NM
Estimated block time: 1h20
Recommended aircraft: Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
Departure FBO: Aéria Executive Handling — Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP / ABJ)
Arrival FBO: Evergreen Apple Nigeria — Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM / LOS)
Departure runway: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
Arrival runway: 3900 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
Onward helicopter: Victoria Island / Ikoyi

Seasonality & slots

Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.

Customs & formalities

International sector Côte d'Ivoire → Nigéria: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Abidjan to Lagos?

About 1h20 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 815 km great-circle between DIAP and DNMM.

Which aircraft suits Abidjan → Lagos?

A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3900 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.

How fast can we depart from Félix-Houphouët-Boigny?

Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Aéria Executive Handling.

What about customs and formalities?