Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Cotonou Airport (COO): what you need to know
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Finding a stopover on flights from Birmingham International Airport to Cotonou Airport is simple with our search tool. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your available options. Brussels Airport is a sought-after stopover when flying from BHX to COO.
To find out if you need a visa to enter Benin, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you the most up-to-date details, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from BHX to COO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Cotonou Airport (COO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Cotonou Airport is C$1,245. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,493. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap flight tickets from BHX to COO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Cotonou Airport.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time checking for cheap flight tickets from BHX to COO every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Cotonou Airport. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Birmingham International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 48 minutes.
Have an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Cotonou Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to BHX:
Arriving at Cotonou Airport (COO)
Book a hotel near COO if you're taking a late flight from Birmingham International Airport to Cotonou Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Cotonou Airport (COO) to central Cotonou
Cotonou Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the center of Cotonou. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Cotonou Airport (COO)
June is the busiest month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Cotonou Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Cotonou in February.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Cotonou Airport for March if you want to go to Cotonou during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from BHX to COO in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Cotonou
After you've booked your flight from BHX to COO, snapping up the perfect stay in Cotonou will be next on the agenda. L'imprévu is a popular option.
Dantokpa Market and Fondation Zinsou are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Cotonou travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Place des Martyrs.
Complete your Cotonou trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Cotonou Airport, browse the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Cotonou vacation.
