Traveling from Douala Airport (DLA) to Cotonou Airport (COO): what you need to know
A direct flight from Douala Airport to Cotonou Airport takes 1 hour 32 minutes, on average. Cotonou's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Douala.
There are 2 flights from Douala Airport to Cotonou Airport weekly. Catch the 05:30 flight if you want to be on your way as early as possible. If you're keen to get the most out of your day, the latest flight from DLA to COO departs at 14:30.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
RwandAir is your ticket to exploring Cotonou (and maybe even some other great parts of Benin!). Look through the direct flights from Douala Airport to Cotonou Airport offered by this carrier.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Douala Airport to Cotonou Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between DLA and COO are:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Libreville Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Before getting your cheap ticket from DLA to COO, check whether you need a visa to enter Benin. Travel document and visa requirements may differ and are updated often. For the latest information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're going to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Douala Airport (DLA) to Cotonou Airport (COO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Douala Airport to Cotonou Airport is C$449. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$835. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap flight tickets from DLA to COO, book your journey 1 month ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Douala Airport to Cotonou Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Douala Airport (DLA)
Central Douala to Douala Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 23 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching an early flight from Douala Airport to Cotonou Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near DLA:
Arriving at Cotonou Airport (COO)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Douala Airport to Cotonou Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near COO:
Getting from Cotonou Airport (COO) to central Cotonou
Cotonou Airport to central Cotonou takes about 10 minutes in a car. It's approximately 6 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
When to fly to Cotonou Airport (COO)
June is the busiest month for flights from Douala Airport to Cotonou Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Cotonou in February.
When booking your flight from Douala Airport to Cotonou Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Cotonou, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from DLA to COO in August if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Cotonou
Once you've booked your flight from DLA to COO, finding 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 top attractions to add to your Cotonou itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Place des Martyrs.
Complete your Cotonou trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Cotonou Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Cotonou.
