Traveling from Libreville Airport (LBV) to Cotonou Airport (COO): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Libreville Airport to Cotonou Airport take 1 hour 46 minutes. Cotonou and Libreville are in the same timezone (UTC+1), which means you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.
For the earliest departure, take the 05:30 flight from Libreville Airport to Cotonou Airport. If you prefer to go later, the last flight is at 23:25. With 14 weekly flights from LBV to COO, you can select the one that best suits you.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
RwandAir offers direct flights from Libreville Airport to Cotonou Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Cotonou — plus maybe even more of Benin if time allows.
We make it a breeze to get a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Libreville Airport to Cotonou Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LBV and COO include:
Mohamed V International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Benin. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before reserving your cheap ticket from LBV to COO, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Libreville Airport (LBV) to Cotonou Airport (COO)
C$406 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Libreville Airport to Cotonou Airport. Return flights start from C$819. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Score cheap flight tickets from LBV to COO by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Libreville Airport to Cotonou Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from LBV to COO. You don't need to check every day to see whether prices have dropped. We'll tell you as soon as there's a change in price.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Libreville Airport to Cotonou Airport.
Handy information about Libreville Airport (LBV)
Libreville Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Libreville. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 11 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
After a handy hotel close to LBV? If you've booked an early flight from Libreville Airport to Cotonou Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Cotonou Airport (COO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Libreville Airport to Cotonou Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near COO instead:
Getting from Cotonou Airport (COO) to central Cotonou
Cotonou Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the center of Cotonou. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 10 minutes.
When to fly to Cotonou Airport (COO)
June is the most popular month for flights from Libreville Airport to Cotonou Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Cotonou in February.
Book your flight from Libreville Airport to Cotonou Airport for March if you'd like to go to Cotonou during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LBV to COO in August. Temperatures average between 23ºC and 27ºC then.
More about Cotonou
Book your flight from LBV to COO and then search for the perfect hotel to use as your base. L'imprévu is a popular choice in Cotonou.
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Dantokpa Market, Fondation Zinsou and Place des Martyrs are among the things you can't miss in Cotonou.
Complete your Cotonou trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. After booking your cheap ticket to Cotonou Airport, check out our car rental offers that'll give you the freedom to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Cotonou stay.