Shipping from the UK to Lagos
Shipping cargo from the United Kingdom to Lagos starts at £6.00 per kg plus a £15 handling fee per consignment. Transit time is 5 to 10 working days for standard air cargo, departing weekly after Wednesday 5:00 PM cut-off, and 4 to 8 weeks for sea freight barrels. Drop off at our London Charlton Depot (SE7 8NF) or Liverpool Depot (L1 0BG), or request doorstep collection across Greater London (free on 30kg+ air cargo) and nationwide. In Lagos, collect free at our Ladipo-Oshodi Hub or arrange doorstep delivery anywhere across Lagos Mainland and Island. Full customs clearance is included.
UK to Lagos Shipping Cost Calculator
Get an instant quote for shipping personal packages, luggage, commercial goods, or sea freight barrels from the UK to Lagos.
Volumetric formula: (L × W × H) / 5000. Airlines bill by whichever is greater.
Chargeable weight: 10.0kg (10kg actual vs 7.2kg volume)
*Rate estimate based on current tariffs. Volumetric checks performed upon depot receipt. Standard air £15 handling applies.
UK to Lagos Shipping Cost Breakdown
Compare air freight and ocean cargo options from London and Liverpool to Lagos.
| Package / Weight | Standard Air (£6/kg) | Delivery Time | Lagos Handover Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg Small Box | £45.00 | 5–10 Working Days | £30 freight + £15 handling. Ideal for gifts, shoes, phones, clothes. |
| 10 kg Parcel | £75.00 | 5–10 Working Days | £60 freight + £15 handling. Ladipo pickup or mainland/island delivery. |
| 20 kg Medium Box | £135.00 | 5–10 Working Days | £120 freight + £15 handling. Popular size for diaspora care packages. |
| 30 kg Heavy Box | £195.00 | 5–10 Working Days | £180 freight + £15 handling. Qualifies for 100% Free Doorstep Collection across London! |
| 55-Gallon Sea Drum | £190.00 Flat | 4–8 Weeks (Sea) | Jumbo heavy-duty barrel. Apapa port clearing included. Perfect for provisions & appliances. |
Weekly Flight Cut-Off & Transit Times to Lagos
County Cargo operates regular scheduled air cargo consolidations to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) in Ikeja, Lagos.
Cargo received by Wednesday 5:00 PM departs on Friday flights.
Standard air transit time from flight departure to arrival & customs release in Lagos.
Volumetric Weight Formula
Airlines calculate charges using whichever is higher: actual scale weight or volumetric dimensional weight:
Tip: Pack items tightly to avoid paying for excess empty space in oversized boxes.
Step-by-Step: Sending Cargo from UK to Lagos
Book or Drop Off
Drop off at London Charlton (SE7 8NF) or Liverpool (L1 0BG), or book doorstep collection across the UK.
Weigh & Label
Consignments are inspected, weighed, barcoded, and prepared for weekly Friday air cargo consolidations.
Flight & Customs
Goods fly to Murtala Muhammed Airport where County Cargo's licensed clearing agents process customs release.
Lagos Handover
Collect free at Ladipo-Oshodi Plaza or receive doorstep delivery at your home/office anywhere in Lagos.
Our Staffed UK Drop-Off Depots
Bring your cargo directly to our dedicated UK locations or book scheduled collection.
County Cargo London Depot
New Lydenburg Commercial Estate, New Lydenburg Street, Charlton, London, SE7 8NF
Coverage: Charlton, Greenwich, Woolwich, Blackheath, Lewisham, Deptford, Croydon, Dartford & SE London.
Collection: Free doorstep pickup across London for air freight 30kg and above.
Hours: Mon–Fri 9am–5pm | Sat 10am–2pm
Direct Contact: 07405 556668 / +234 811 000 0421
County Cargo Liverpool Receiving Depot
Unit G6, Queens Dock Commercial Centre, 67–83 Norfolk Street, Liverpool, L1 0BG
Coverage: Liverpool, Manchester, Preston, Leeds, Sheffield, North West & nationwide courier receipt.
Online Retail Hub: Deliver Amazon, eBay, Argos orders directly here for consolidation.
Hours: Mon–Fri 9am–5pm | Sat 10am–2pm
Contact: +234 811 000 0421 / +44 7438 827464
Lagos Hub Pickup & Doorstep Delivery
Upon arrival and customs release at Murtala Muhammed Airport, your cargo is transferred to our secure central Lagos operations centre.
Central Lagos Receiving Office:
Suite F8, Magnet Shopping Plaza, 525 Agege Motor Rd, Ladipo-Oshodi, Lagos (Postal Code 102214).
Open for customer pickups Monday–Friday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Doorstep Delivery Coverage:
• Lagos Mainland: Ikeja, Maryland, Yaba, Surulere, Gbagada, Ilupeju, Magodo, Ojodu-Berger, Festac, Ikorodu.
• Lagos Island: Victoria Island, Ikoyi, Lekki Phase 1, Chevron, Ajah, Sangotedo, Epe.
Customs Clearance at Lagos Airport & Seaport
Unlike traditional couriers that pass surprise customs charges to recipients, County Cargo provides all-inclusive customs handling.
- Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): Air cargo cleared within 24–48 hours of flight arrival.
- Apapa & Tin Can Island Ports: Complete sea cargo container handling and drum destuffing.
- No Hidden Tariffs: Standard personal effects and commercial goods include clearing duties in our per-kg fee.
What You Can & Cannot Ship to Lagos
Permitted Goods
- Electronics (Smartphones, iPads, laptops, desktop PCs, TVs, sound systems)
- Fashion items, clothing, designer shoes, handbags, baby accessories
- Packaged dry foods, baby formula, cereals, canned provisions, tea, coffee
- Auto spare parts, generators, hand tools, plumbing hardware
- Commercial store inventory, beauty supplies, cosmetics
Strictly Prohibited
- Firearms, weapons, ammunition, military uniforms, camouflage apparel
- Counterfeit currency, unregistered pharmaceuticals, illegal narcotics
- Explosives, flammable liquids, fireworks, lithium battery packs exceeding air safety limits
- Fresh meat, perishable foods, wet raw agricultural products
- Items on the Nigeria Customs Service Absolute Import Prohibition List
Trusted by Shippers Sending Cargo to Lagos
Biodun A. (Greenwich, London)
Shipped 35kg to Lekki Phase 1
"Dropped off at Charlton on Tuesday afternoon and my sister in Lekki received everything the following Tuesday. Free collection from my home because it was over 30kg. Absolutely fantastic service."
Tunde O. (Manchester)
Shipped 2x Sea Barrels to Ikeja
"Booked two jumbo barrels from Liverpool to Lagos. Both drums arrived intact with zero tampering. Clearing at Apapa was completely hassle-free with County Cargo's team."
Funke E. (Woolwich)
Online Retail Orders to Yaba
"I consolidate stock from ASOS and Amazon UK using their warehouse. The £6/kg rate is unbeatable and the tracking on their portal gives me complete peace of mind."
Frequently Asked Questions: UK to Lagos Cargo
Disclaimer: Standard air cargo rate to Lagos is £6.00/kg plus a £15 handling fee per consignment. Volumetric weight calculated as (L x W x H in cm) / 5000. Free London collection applies to qualifying air cargo of 30kg and above.