What airport do you fly into for flights to Douala?

Travelers will need to book flights to Douala (DLA) if they wish to fly to Douala. The Douala airport is 2.6 mi from the city center.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Douala?

Currently, the cheapest month for flights to Douala is November . The most expensive month for flights is July . The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

Can I find cheaper flights to Douala if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Douala on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Douala?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Brussels Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Douala.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Douala?

Douala Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Douala. One-way flights to Douala Airport typically cost £391, while return flights cost around £290.

Where does the fastest flight to Douala depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Douala, London offers the quickest one-way flight (9 hours 35 minutes).

Does Douala Airport have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Douala Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Douala Airport?

Yes. Douala Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Studio Hydrocarbures is the closest property to Douala Airport (0.0 mi away from Douala Airport).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Douala ranges from 50.0 - 620.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 620.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Douala when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Great question - DLA just means Douala Airport. Now you’ll know what this unique code and ones like it mean when you look for flights!

When is the best time to fly to Douala?

Douala’s climate is tropical monsoon, which results in constant yearly temperatures of around 27°C and a significant amount of rainfall throughout most of the months. Visitors should expect warm and humid days, with humidity levels around about 85%. Peak Season: Significantly less rainfall and an increase in temperature, although only by a couple of degrees, make the months of December, January and February the most popular time to book flights to Douala. The month of December is particularly busy due to the least rain falling over the city, coupled with the festive holiday season. For the cheapest rates, avoid the school holiday peak times and festive season periods as well as local festival dates, as these usually see a notable increase in hotel rates and airfares. Off Season: Although there is rainfall all through the year, the months of March to November experience the most. The high rainfalls particularly during August deter local and international travellers, making this the off-peak season in the region. If you don’t mind dodging the rain or spending your time visiting some indoor attractions, then this is the best time to book and save. Visitors are more likely to find cheap flights to Douala and lower accommodation rates.

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Flights to Douala in 2024

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Average price	£601
Return from	£501
One-way from	£366

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Thu 6/621:20LHR - DLA

1 stop13h 40mRwandAir

Thu 13/614:45DLA - LHR

2 stops19h 05mRwandAir

Deal found 31/5£531

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Deal found 31/5£629

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Mon 15/718:55DLA - LHR

1 stop22h 10mBrussels Airlines

Deal found 1/6£654

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Mon 15/718:55DLA - LGW

3 stops46h 55mSWISS

Deal found 1/6£662

Thu 13/608:40LHR - DLA

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3 stops23h 00mSWISS

Deal found 1/6£665

Thu 13/610:10LGW - DLA

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1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air

Deal found 1/6£673

Thu 13/620:05LHR - DLA

2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines

Mon 15/718:55DLA - LHR

2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/6£721

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1 stop13h 50mRwandAir

Deal found 31/5£727

Mon 10/610:10LGW - DLA

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Deal found 31/5£745

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Thu 22/821:20LHR - DLA

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Sun 22/914:45DLA - LHR

2 stops18h 20mRwandAir

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Deal found 31/5£509

Thu 6/621:20LHR - DLA

1 stop13h 40mRwandAir

Thu 13/614:45DLA - LHR

2 stops19h 05mRwandAir

Deal found 31/5£531

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2 stops16h 20mRwandAir

Sat 21/917:10DLA - LHR

1 stop13h 50mRwandAir

Deal found 31/5£545

Tue 10/917:15LGW - DLA

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Sat 21/902:45DLA - LGW

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Deal found 31/5£547

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Deal found 31/5£555

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Sat 21/902:45DLA - LGW

1 stop13h 35mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 31/5£564

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1 stop10h 50mBrussels Airlines

Thu 19/918:55DLA - LHR

2 stops26h 40mBrussels Airlines

Deal found 31/5£569

Tue 10/922:25LHR - DLA

1 stop25h 50mTurkish Airlines

Sat 21/902:45DLA - LHR

1 stop14h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 31/5£575

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Deal found 31/5£629

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Deal found 31/5£727

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Sat 22/614:20DLA - LGW

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Deal found 31/5£745

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Deal found 31/5£875

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Deal found 1/6£366

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Deal found 1/6£504

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Deal found 1/6£799

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Deal found 1/6£1,387

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1 stop13h 40m

Douala

Sun 22/9

2 stops18h 20m

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2 stops24h 00m

Douala

Sat 16/11

3 stops45h 25m

£530

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Tue 10/9

1 stop31h 00m

Douala

Sat 21/9

1 stop34h 05m

£547

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LHRDLA

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Sat 26/10

1 stop31h 35m

Douala

Sat 16/11

1 stop22h 10m

£555

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LHRDLA

London Heathrow

Sat 26/10

2 stops22h 35m

Douala

Sat 16/11

2 stops15h 10m

£557

London GatwickDouala

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LGWDLA

London Gatwick

Tue 10/9

2 stops27h 10m

Douala

Sun 22/9

2 stops17h 50m

£615

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Mon 19/8

1 stop22h 40m

Douala

Tue 24/9

1 stop22h 55m

£641

London HeathrowDouala

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LHRDLA

London Heathrow

Sat 24/8

1 stop9h 35m

Douala

Sat 21/9

2 stops13h 05m

£664

London HeathrowDouala

LHR - DLA

LHRDLA

London Heathrow

Thu 29/8

2 stops16h 50m

Douala

Sun 22/9

2 stops28h 00m

£757

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Temperature and rainfall in Douala by month

DLA Temperature	25 - 27 °C

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25 - 27 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Douala, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Douala?

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Reviews of airlines servicing Douala

See what other customers who have flown with RwandAir, SWISS and Turkish Airlines to Douala have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

KLM

7.9

Good

1,512 reviews

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1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

KLM

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1,512 reviews

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1,512 reviews

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1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

RwandAir

7.9

Good

48 reviews

KLM

7.9

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1,512 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

SWISS

7.8

Good

1,941 reviews

KLM

7.9

Good

1,512 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

Turkish Airlines

7.4

Good

3,711 reviews

KLM

7.9

Good

1,512 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

Ethiopian Air

7.4

Good

786 reviews

KLM

7.9

Good

1,512 reviews

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1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

City overview

Travellers book flights to Douala, Cameroon’s largest city, to enjoy a vibrant African holiday and take in the many landmarks and attractions.

Authentic food, drink, crafts, art and music all permeate this city and a range of day tours and trips will keep you and the family busy, until the sun begins to set. A drive to the mountainside town of Buea via Limbe, allows you to view the highest village on Mt. Cameroon. Buea is an old town with some old colonial German buildings and a great view of Mt Cameroon. When it comes to art the uniquely African La Nouvelle Liberte is a statue made from recycled materials and placed on a roundabout.

At the Marche des Fleurs you will find about 50 to 100 stalls selling items such as local souvenirs and art and crafts from Congo and Gabon. Here, you can haggle over prices so if you see something you really like, you can get the best possible deal if you stick to your offer. There are many wood products on offer as well as wicker furniture. It is also a flower market where you can buy freshly cut flowers. If you’re taking a flight to Douala in search for monkeys and snakes then be sure to head to the Limbe Wildlife Centre, which is located close by.

Getting around Douala

Once in the city, buses, private rental cars and taxis will get you around and to neighbouring cities. The Cameroon rail service runs from Douala to a number of destinations in Cameroon.

Getting from the Airport to the City

The city is served by the Douala International Airport (DLA). Getting to the city is easy as it is located a mere 6 miles (10 km) from the airport. The full range of transportation is provided from the airport, including buses, private rental cars, hire taxis, airport shuttles and private and shared airport transfers.

When is the best time to fly to Douala?
Douala’s climate is tropical monsoon, which results in constant yearly temperatures of around 27°C and a significant amount of rainfall throughout most of the months. Visitors should expect warm and humid days, with humidity levels around about 85%. Peak Season: Significantly less rainfall and an increase in temperature, although only by a couple of degrees, make the months of December, January and February the most popular time to book flights to Douala. The month of December is particularly busy due to the least rain falling over the city, coupled with the festive holiday season. For the cheapest rates, avoid the school holiday peak times and festive season periods as well as local festival dates, as these usually see a notable increase in hotel rates and airfares. Off Season: Although there is rainfall all through the year, the months of March to November experience the most. The high rainfalls particularly during August deter local and international travellers, making this the off-peak season in the region. If you don’t mind dodging the rain or spending your time visiting some indoor attractions, then this is the best time to book and save. Visitors are more likely to find cheap flights to Douala and lower accommodation rates.
What does DLA mean?
Great question - DLA just means Douala Airport. Now you’ll know what this unique code and ones like it mean when you look for flights!
What airport do you fly into for flights to Douala?
Travelers will need to book flights to Douala (DLA) if they wish to fly to Douala. The Douala airport is 2.6 mi from the city center.
Can I find cheaper flights to Douala if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Douala on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Douala?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Brussels Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Douala.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Douala?
Douala Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Douala. One-way flights to Douala Airport typically cost £391, while return flights cost around £290.
Where does the fastest flight to Douala depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Douala, London offers the quickest one-way flight (9 hours 35 minutes).
Does Douala Airport have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Douala Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Douala Airport?
Yes. Douala Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Studio Hydrocarbures is the closest property to Douala Airport (0.0 mi away from Douala Airport).

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