When the world meets at work.
Read the day in both zones.
Crossing the border. Money, language, plugs.
Money changes hands at the border: London uses the GBP (£) and Lagos uses the NGN (₦). Conversations can stay in English, which is official in both countries. Be careful behind the wheel: London drives on the left, Lagos on the right.
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Capital
- London
- Currency
- British pound (GBP · £)
- Language
- English
- Calling code
- +44
- Drives on
- Left
- Country
- Nigeria
- Capital
- Abuja
- Currency
- Nigerian naira (NGN · ₦)
- Language
- English
- Calling code
- +234
- Drives on
- Right
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between London and Lagos?
London and Lagos share the same offset (GMT+1), so there's no difference right now.
When's the best time to schedule a meeting?
There are 8 hours where both cities are inside a 09:00–17:00 workday. Aim for the middle of that window so neither side is starting or closing out.
Does daylight saving time change the difference?
Yes, if either city observes DST. When one side shifts and the other doesn't, the gap changes by one hour. The DST badges under each clock show whether each zone is currently shifted and when the next transition lands.
How far is London from Lagos?
About 5,012 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 6h 24m, not counting airport time, winds, or routing around restricted airspace.
Can I send this meeting time as a calendar invite?
Yes. Pick a time on the slider above, open the meeting card, customize the title and duration, then download the .ics file. It imports cleanly into Google Calendar, Outlook, and Apple Calendar with the correct timezone attached.
What currency do London and Lagos use?
London uses the British pound (GBP, £); Lagos uses the Nigerian naira (NGN, ₦). Check the live rate before transferring money or paying with a card abroad — most banks add a 1–3 % FX margin on top of the mid-market rate.
How do I call London from Lagos?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +44, then the local number — drop any leading zero of the city or mobile code. For free calls, WhatsApp, Signal, and FaceTime work over Wi-Fi regardless of country code.
What language is spoken in London and Lagos?
Both United Kingdom and Nigeria count English among their official languages, so business meetings often skip translation. London also has no other official tongue; Lagos adds no other official tongue.
Do London and Lagos drive on the same side of the road?
No. United Kingdom drives on the left, Nigeria on the right. If you're renting, expect a learning curve on the first day — especially at roundabouts and when judging the centre of the lane.