Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Lagos ➔ Abidjan
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 Lagos and Abidjan 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
The Lagos – Abidjan sector links Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM) to Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP) over 815 km great-circle, about 1h20 airborne in a Citation XLS+. We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Lagos. A helicopter connection to Plateau / Assinie can be added to the quote.
Departure and arrival airports
Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM)
On the departure side, Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM) serves Lagos from 6.58°N / 3.32°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Evergreen Apple Nigeria; 3900 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Victoria Island / Ikoyi.
Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP)
Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP / ABJ) is a major business field at 5.26°N / 3.93°W, Ivory Coast. Runway: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: Aéria Executive Handling. Helicopter link: Plateau / Assinie.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 815 km · 440 NM
- Estimated block time
- 1h20
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Evergreen Apple Nigeria — Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM / LOS)
- Arrival FBO
- Aéria Executive Handling — Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP / ABJ)
- Departure runway
- 3900 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- Plateau / Assinie
Seasonality & slots
Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.
Customs & formalities
International sector Nigéria → Côte d'Ivoire: 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 Lagos to Abidjan?
About 1h20 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 815 km great-circle between DNMM and DIAP.
Which aircraft suits Lagos → Abidjan?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.
How fast can we depart from Lagos Murtala Muhammed?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Evergreen Apple Nigeria.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Nigéria → Côte d'Ivoire: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.

