International hub · Lagos, Nigeria
Lagos/Murtala Muhammed International
- Elevation
- 135 ft
- Coordinates
- 6°35′N 3°19′E
- Local time
- Africa/Lagos
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Field information
DNMM runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Lagos/Murtala Muhammed International (DNMM/LOS) has 2 runways; the longest, 18R/36L, is 12,794 ft (3,900 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 9. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot required: plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at DNMM, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Lagos
Country
Nigeria
NG
Municipality
Lagos
Elevation
135 ft
Position
6.5774, 3.3212
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 9
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot required
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · DNMM
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18R/36L | 12,794 ft (3,900 m) | 197 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 18L/36R | 8,997 ft (2,742 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at DNMM.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Lagos/Murtala Muhammed International (DNMM / LOS) in Lagos, Nigeria, through one 24/7 OCC desk. DNMM is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at DNMM
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Nigeria
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Nigeria. Applicable permit lead times for Nigeria are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Nigeria are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at DNMM
Direct FBO and handler coordination at DNMM covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at DNMM
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at DNMM is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to DNMM
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for DNMM: 6° 34′ 39″ N 3° 19′ 16″ E; elevation 135 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Lagos
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Lagos. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at DNMM.
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Cargo Operations at DNMM
Support for freighter operations into DNMM covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where DNMM sits in the network
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Operating into DNMM?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Lagos/Murtala Muhammed International — one desk for the whole trip.