India
Nigeria
Delhi to Lagos Time Difference
Lagos is 4.5 hours behind Delhi
Delhi vs Lagos — At a Glance
Delhi to Lagos — Hour-by-Hour
About Delhi and Lagos
Delhi (population: 16.8M) is known for India's political capital, Red Fort, Connaught Place, and government administration. Lagos (population: 15.4M) is known for Africa's largest city, Nollywood film industry, and Nigeria's economic engine.
Business Hours Overlap
Delhi is a national capital, so official government hours (typically 9 AM–5 PM) are the primary window for diplomatic and administrative communication with Lagos.
Calling Between Cities
To call Lagos (+234) from Delhi (+91), aim for late morning or early afternoon in Delhi — that corresponds to morning hours in Lagos when people are usually available.
Currency
Delhi uses INR while Lagos uses NGN. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Delhi and Lagos share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Delhi and Lagos visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Delhi and Lagos?
Lagos, Nigeria is 4.5 hours behind Delhi, India. Delhi is in the Asia/Kolkata timezone (UTC+5:30) and Lagos is in the Africa/Lagos timezone (UTC+1).
When it's noon in Delhi, what time is it in Lagos?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Delhi, it's 7:30 AM in Lagos.
What is the best time to call Lagos from Delhi?
The best time to call Lagos from Delhi is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Delhi, it's 4:30 AM in Lagos. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Delhi for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Lagos use?
Lagos, Nigeria uses NGN. Delhi uses INR. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Lagos?
The primary languages in Lagos are English, Yoruba. Delhi also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Lagos from Delhi?
To call Lagos from Delhi, dial your international access code followed by +234 and the local number. Delhi uses country code +91 and Lagos uses +234.
