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July 14 - July 22

Cheapest

Best

COO - Lagos

$526

$792

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September 1 - September 9

COO - Lagos

$527

$802

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July 7 - July 15

COO - Lagos

$536

$840

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July 31 - August 9

COO - Lagos

$511

$840

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June 30 - July 22

Earliest

COO - Lagos

$530

$840

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August 7 - August 12

COO - Lagos

$707

$841

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August 14 - August 19

COO - Lagos

$709

$841

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October 6 - October 21

COO - Lagos

$685

$854

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July 24 - July 29

COO - Lagos

$523

$855

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August 14 - September 2

COO - Lagos

$668

$855

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Insights for flights from Cotonou to Lagos

A typical journey from Cotonou to Lagos takes about 13h 40m, including connections. This duration reflects the common travel experience on this route, which is predominantly served by itineraries involving at least one stopover.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Cotonou to Lagos, fares typically range from $741–$1146, with a median price of $850. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly discounted tickets can be challenging.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cotonou to Lagos? The data indicates that June is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $836. Following closely are May, with a median of $838, and April, with a median of $839. These months offer slightly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

Most itineraries from Cotonou to Lagos connect at least once, with only 1.7% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that are not direct, the typical number of connections is 1. This means that travelers should generally expect a layover as part of their journey.

The distance between Cotonou and Lagos is approximately 106 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. Despite the relatively short geographical distance, the prevalence of connecting flights contributes to the overall journey time.

How much is a round trip from Cotonou to Lagos

Regular price: $424 - $778

Prices are currently above the regular range for flights from Cotonou to Lagos.

The regular price range for flights from Cotonou to Lagos is between $424 and $778. The current lowest deal is $792 for a trip from Jul 14-Jul 22, offered by skyscanner.

now $792

Low $424

High $778

The cheapest time to fly from Cotonou to Lagos

The cheapest month to fly from Cotonou to Lagos is June, with a median price of 836 USD. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of 1234 USD. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

June

Cheapest

Flights from $836

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,234

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Direct flights from Cotonou to Lagos

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Last-minute flights going from Cotonou to Lagos

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Lagos

Cotonou (COO) - Lagos (LOS)

Kiwi International Air Lines

$748

$1,238

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Lagos

Cotonou (COO) - Lagos (LOS)

Hapagfly

$748

$1,027

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Lagos

Cotonou (COO) - Lagos (LOS)

Hapagfly

$748

$1,255

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Lagos

Cotonou (COO) - Lagos (LOS)

Hapagfly

$751

$869

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Lagos

Cotonou (COO) - Lagos (LOS)

Hapagfly

$784

$901

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Lagos

Cotonou (COO) - Lagos (LOS)

Hapagfly

$760

$1,033

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cotonou to Lagos

7 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 29

$798 → $876

10%

8 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 10

$776 → $879

13%

4 nights

Jul 2 - Jul 6

$754 → $867

15%

2 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 24

$784 → $901

15%

Popular Airports to fly from Cotonou to Lagos

Cotonou - Lagos route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for Cotonou to Lagos are near the typical level, with deals from $792.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for the best prices

Historically, June offers the lowest median price at $836, making it the cheapest month to fly.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 13h 40m

The median flight duration for this route is 13 hours 40 minutes with 1 stopover.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are rare, making up only 1.7% of recent deals for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Hahn Air Systems offers direct flights

Hahn Air Systems has offered 38 direct deals, making it a frequent choice for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Historically, deals appear frequently, with an average of 0.8 deals per day.

Cotonou main airports to depart from

Cadjehoun (COO)

Cheapest

Cotonou Cadjehoun is a good departure choice for flights to Lagos, offering the cheapest prices.

📍 ~2 km from Cotonou city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$792

Lagos main airports to arrive at

Murtala Muhammed International (LOS)

Cheapest

Murtala Muhammed International Airport is the primary arrival airport for flights to Lagos from Cotonou.

📍 ~10 km from Lagos city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$792

Airports nearby Lagos used as alternative

Ibadan (IBA)

Ibadan Airport is a useful domestic alternative within Nigeria, accessible via the Lagos-Ibadan expressway.

📍 ~120 km from Lagos (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1214

Kotoka International (ACC)

Kotoka International Airport is a major international hub with extensive global network and excellent facilities.

📍 ~400 km from Lagos (requires international border crossings)

💸 Flights from ~$884

Lomé–Tokoin International (LFW)

Cheapest

Lomé–Tokoin International Airport is a major regional hub offering better international connectivity than many domestic Nigerian options.

📍 ~240 km from Lagos (requires international border crossings)

💸 Flights from ~$476

Port Harcourt International (PHC)

Port Harcourt International Airport is a major Nigerian aviation hub, useful if Lagos is completely bypassed for domestic reasons.

📍 ~450 km from Lagos (very long distance for ground transport)

💸 Flights from ~$1089

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lagos

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Lagos, Nigeria

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$3,633

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lagos

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Cotonou to Lagos is typically between 14 and 27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $969. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made closer to the travel date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $1027. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also shows a higher average price of $1089.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Cotonou to Lagos is considered to be $741 or less. The median price for this route over the last 90 days was $850. Prices can range significantly, with 75% of observed prices being $1146 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Cotonou to Lagos are June, May, and April, with median prices of $836, $838, and $839 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $850. While April is among the cheapest months, it also registered as the most expensive month in the trailing 270-day period, indicating price variability.

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