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Cheap flights to Cotonou from £432

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — COO
1 mei. — 8 mei.1
1 adult
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wo 8/5

Flights to Cotonou in 2024

Find the latest flights to Cotonou in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 925,685 searches and data was last updated on 26 april 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£580

Return from

£518

One-way from

£432
High demand for flights, 15% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From London to Cotonou
One-way flight from London to Cotonou (COO)

Cheap flights to Cotonou in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Cotonou in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 925,685 searches and data was last updated on 26 april 2024.
The lowest-priced flights departing to Cotonou in April and May 2024 can be found below. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
za 11/517:15LGW - COO
1 stop28h 30mTurkish Airlines
wo 15/522:40COO - LGW
2 stops35h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/4£541
za 11/516:40LHR - COO
1 stop29h 05mTurkish Airlines
wo 15/522:40COO - LHR
2 stops23h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/4£547
za 11/506:15LHR - COO
1 stop14h 15mAir France
wo 15/523:05COO - LHR
1 stop8h 55mAir France
Deal found 25/4£596
vr 31/513:05LCY - COO
3 stops31h 10mSWISS
di 4/618:25COO - LCY
3 stops38h 25mSWISS
Deal found 25/4£756
vr 31/517:55LCY - COO
3 stops26h 20mSWISS
di 4/618:25COO - LCY
3 stops42h 05mSWISS
Deal found 24/4£789
vr 31/507:45LCY - COO
2 stops12h 45mKLM
di 4/623:05COO - LCY
2 stops18h 15mKLM
Deal found 24/4£1,036
vr 31/507:45LCY - COO
2 stops12h 45mKLM
di 4/623:05COO - LCY
2 stops33h 05mKLM
Deal found 25/4£1,039
za 11/506:30LHR - COO
2 stops14h 00mKLM
wo 15/523:05COO - LHR
2 stops14h 45mKLM
Deal found 25/4£1,329

Cotonou 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Cotonou in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 925,685 searches and data were last updated on 26 april 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights to Cotonou in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
za 11/517:15LGW - COO
1 stop28h 30mTurkish Airlines
wo 15/522:40COO - LGW
2 stops35h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/4£541
di 8/1017:15LGW - COO
1 stop28h 30mTurkish Airlines
za 12/1022:40COO - LGW
2 stops16h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/4£543
za 11/516:40LHR - COO
1 stop29h 05mTurkish Airlines
wo 15/522:40COO - LHR
2 stops23h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/4£547
di 8/1011:25LHR - COO
1 stop34h 20mTurkish Airlines
za 12/1022:40COO - LHR
2 stops22h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/4£570
di 8/1018:30LHR - COO
1 stop27h 15mTurkish Airlines
za 12/1022:40COO - LHR
2 stops18h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/4£571
za 11/506:15LHR - COO
1 stop14h 15mAir France
wo 15/523:05COO - LHR
1 stop8h 55mAir France
Deal found 25/4£596
di 8/1018:45LGW - COO
2 stops46h 25mSWISS
za 12/1021:30COO - LGW
2 stops20h 20mSWISS
Deal found 25/4£739
di 8/1017:10LHR - COO
2 stops48h 00mSWISS
za 12/1021:30COO - LHR
2 stops20h 25mSWISS
Deal found 25/4£740
vr 31/513:05LCY - COO
3 stops31h 10mSWISS
di 4/618:25COO - LCY
3 stops38h 25mSWISS
Deal found 25/4£756

One-way flights to Cotonou

Explore one-way flight options to Cotonou for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 925,685 searches and data was last updated on 26 april 2024.
Consider booking one of these one-way flights heading to Cotonou. Those seeking round-trip flights to Cotonou should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
vr 7/614:00LHR - COO
2 stops13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£432
vr 7/612:50LGW - COO
2 stops14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£438
vr 7/616:40LGW - COO
1 stop11h 05mRoyal Air Maroc
Deal found 24/4£460
vr 7/616:40LGW - COO
1 stop11h 05mRoyal Air Maroc
Deal found 25/4£462
vr 7/621:00LHR - COO
1 stop15h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/4£467
vr 7/606:55LGW - COO
2 stops13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£471
vr 7/609:20LCY - COO
3 stops18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£495
vr 7/618:45LGW - COO
3 stops25h 30mSWISS
Deal found 24/4£522
vr 7/606:00LHR - COO
3 stops38h 15mSWISS
Deal found 25/4£624

Average price of flights to Cotonou by month

Plan your trip to Cotonou by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Cotonou is currently £486 while a return flight costs £680. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Cotonou (average of £586). Flying to Cotonou in July will prove the most costly (average of £860). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

£495

February

£611

March

£532

April

£508

May

£469

June

£526

July

£688

August

£589

September

£520

October

£497

November

£496

December

£560

Benin is a tropical destination, so it has a distinct rainy and dry season. Generally, visitors will want to book their trip during the dry season, which stretches from November through to February. The humidity will be lower and temperatures will be hot, making this time of year ideal for beach holidays. Try to avoid the very hottest times of year, generally between February and April.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Cotonou. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 88 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Cotonou. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Cotonou?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Cotonou. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Cotonou should consider flying on Wednesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Monday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Cotonou

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cotonou. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cotonou. Reviews last updated 26 april 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air and SWISS to Cotonou have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.9
Good
1,628 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.3

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.

7.9
Good
1,628 reviews
7.9
Good
1,628 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.3

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.

7.9
Good
49 reviews
7.9
Good
1,628 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.3

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.

7.8
Good
2,062 reviews
7.9
Good
1,628 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.3

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.

7.6
Good
1,809 reviews
7.9
Good
1,628 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.3

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.

7.5
Good
3,695 reviews
7.9
Good
1,628 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.3

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.

Getting around Cotonou

Cotonou does not have a bus network, and locals get around this by using taxis extensively. Many also use “motos”, a kind of communal taxi service using scooters or motorbikes – which are far cheaper than cars (but possibly a little less reliable). Always negotiate a fare before travelling, as there are no taxi meters.

Getting from the Aiport to Cotonou

Cotonou is served by Cadjehoun Airport (COO), which is not far from the city centre and reaching your hotel should be simple. Most major hotels will offer shuttle buses to meet every flight, so check that your accommodation provides this. Otherwise, there will always be a scrum of taxi drivers waiting to assist, but be sure to negotiate a price before leaving.

  • Why visit Cotonou?

    Possessing some fascinating sights, located near great and unspoilt beaches, and offering the opportunity to see the stunning wildlife of the region, Cotonou is west Africa’s pearl. The capital of Benin is a lively seaport which is also the very centre of the country’s economic life. This means that you will always be able to find essentials, but also that the city has some exceptional markets where souvenirs and local foods are on offer. There are also plenty of attractions within the city. Head to Cotonou Cathedral, one of French West Africa’s most beautiful religious buildings. Head to the Haie Vive district, with its bustling collection of restaurants serving food from around the world (and its vibrant bars supplying all of the nightlife you could need). Or learn about the best of contemporary West African art at institutions like the Fondation Zisou. Another advantage of Cotonou is that the sea is on its doorstep, and the coast near the city has some gorgeous beaches. Visit the newly renamed Obama Beach, which is patrolled by security guards and is completely tourist friendly. Or venture further afield to resorts like the sublime Casa del Papa. Benin is also small enough to make exploring the interior easy from a hotel in Cotonou. Join adventure tours into the jungle or historical tours to see the relics of the once-dominant Dahomey Culture. See villages raised on stilts at Lake Nokoue or learn about the Voodoo culture at the city of Ouidah. Wildlife fans will also be in heaven. Take a trip to the Pendjari National Park in the north of Benin to see lions, water buffalo and elephants in their natural habitat, or trek through the magnificent Atakora Mountains with expert guides.

  • What does COO mean?

    Cotonou Airport is COO. This code is created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use IATA codes to identify the departing or arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cotonou?

    Cotonou (COO), located 2.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Cotonou.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Cotonou 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 Cotonou on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Cotonou?

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

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Cotonou?

    Cotonou Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Cotonou. One-way flights to Cotonou Airport typically cost £246, while return flights cost around £429.

  • How much is a return flight to Cotonou?

    A return flight to Cotonou will typically cost around £538, however they can be found for as little as £536.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Cotonou depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Cotonou, London offers the quickest one-way flight (9 hours 5 minutes).

  • Does Cotonou Airport have car hire?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Cotonou Airport?

    Yes. Cotonou Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Entrée personnelle 2 chambres is the closest property to Cotonou Airport (0.0 mi away from Cotonou Airport).

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