Cheap flights to Douala airport

Discover Douala

Resting in Central Africa, Douala is Cameroon's biggest city and its main commercial hub. Travellers should be aware that this African city isn't too preoccupied with tourism. However, if visitors can embrace Douala's tough charm and eclectic attractions, they're bound to still enjoy themselves!

Flights to Douala land at the nation's busiest airport, Douala International Airport (DLA). This airport is serviced by several major airlines, such as Air France and Turkish Airlines. However, direct flights from Canada aren't available. Skyscanner can help you find the cheapest airfare to Douala with our Cheapest Month search tool.

Best Time to Book a Flight to Douala

With its tropical, monsoon climate, Douala's temperatures are stable year-round at about 27.0 °C. July and August are known to be a few degrees cooler, however! Be aware that Douala experiences high levels of rainfall and humidity. December is historically its driest month and a popular time to visit. Other travellers opt to book their tickets for March and April, as springtime is another dry season. To find the most affordable times to fly to Cameroon, sign up for Skyscanner's Price Alerts feature.

Airlines That Fly to Douala

Several domestic and international airlines fly out of Cameroon's Douala International Airport (DLA), including:

  
• Africa's Connection STP
  
• Air Côte d'Ivoire
  
• Air France
  
• Arik Air
  
• ASKY Airlines
  
• Brussels Airlines
  
• Camair-Co
  
• CEIBA Intercontinental
  
• Cronos Airlines
  
• Ethiopian Airlines
  
• Kenya Airways
  
• Royal Air Maroc
  
• RwandAir
  
• South African Airways
  
• TAAG Angola Airlines
  
• Trans Air Congo
  
• Turkish Airlines

What to Expect When Arriving at Douala Airport

Located 10km from city centre, Douala International Airport (DLA) is Cameroon's busiest airport. DLA hosts flights from Europe, Asia, and other cities in Africa. Inside the airport's facilities, travellers can find a decent array of amenities, including a VIP lounge, duty-free shopping, and a handful of dining options.

To arrive at your hotel in Douala, the transportation options are limited. The city isn't well-equipped with public transportation. Your best bets are taking a shared taxi or renting a car on-site with Skyscanner. Taxis can be shared with up to 6 passengers, each paying from 500 to 700 CFA, for a ride into Downtown Douala. Taking the trip alone will cost between 2000 to 2500 CFA. 

What to See and Do in Douala, Cameroon

As we mentioned above, Cameroon's Douala isn't rich in tourist attractions. The city's rugged, slouchy charm can take awhile to warm up to. However, influenced by its French colonialist past, the dining in Douala is arguably the country's best! Throughout the downtown core, you'll find nice restaurants, French bakeries, and cute cafés. Many of these establishments overlook the Gulf of Guinea, offering lovely views for tourists! For other must-see venues around Douala, we recommend Place du Gouvernement, the government buildings, and Doual'art, a non-profit art gallery.