Large airport · Lagos, Nigeria
Murtala Muhammed International Airport
Murtala Muhammed International Airport is a large airport serving Lagos, Nigeria. Its IATA code is LOS. Its ICAO code is DNMM. It has 2 runways, longest 12,794 ft (ASP). Elevation 135 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Lagos, Nigeria |
|---|---|
| IATA code | LOS |
| ICAO code | DNMM |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 2 runways, longest 12,794 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 135 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 6.5774° N, 3.3212° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
History
The airport was initially built during World War II and is named after Murtala Muhammed (1938–1976), the fourth head of state of Nigeria.
Official website: http://www.faannigeria.org/nigeria-airport.php?airport=1 — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
National parks near this airport
National parks close to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Oluwa Forest Reserve · Nigeria · 94.4 miles away
- Okomu National Park · Nigeria · 134.6 miles away
Airports nearby
The closest airports in this library, by straight-line distance.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Murtala Muhammed International Airport?
Murtala Muhammed International Airport — its IATA code is LOS and its ICAO code is DNMM.
Where is Murtala Muhammed International Airport located?
Murtala Muhammed International Airport serves Lagos, Nigeria. Its coordinates are 6.5774° N, 3.3212° E.
What is the history of Murtala Muhammed International Airport?
The airport was initially built during World War II and is named after Murtala Muhammed (1938–1976), the fourth head of state of Nigeria.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#2118
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murtala_Muhammed_International_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.