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July 14 - July 17

Cheapest

Best

COO - Nairobi

$912

$1,042

Round trip

August 20 - August 27

COO - Nairobi

$1,034

$1,097

Round trip

August 14 - August 17

Best

COO - Nairobi

$1,069

$1,097

Round trip

July 13 - July 27

COO - Nairobi

$861

$1,100

Round trip

July 15 - July 25

COO - Nairobi

$870

$1,101

Round trip

July 15 - August 5

COO - Nairobi

$859

$1,119

Round trip

August 25 - August 28

COO - Nairobi

$1,058

$1,122

Round trip

July 14 - July 24

COO - Nairobi

$870

$1,127

Round trip

July 14 - August 5

COO - Nairobi

$859

$1,127

Round trip

June 25 - July 2

Earliest

COO - Nairobi

$988

$1,129

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Cotonou to Nairobi

Fares for flights from Cotonou to Nairobi typically range from $1028–$1584, with a median of $1259. Right now, fares are near the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, so setting a price alert can be beneficial for securing cheap flights from Cotonou to Nairobi.

A typical journey from Cotonou to Nairobi takes approximately 21h 40m, including connections. This is considered a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 3928 kilometers.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cotonou to Nairobi? The most affordable month to fly is typically October, with a median fare of $825. Other relatively inexpensive months include April, with a median fare of $1143, and July, where the median fare is $1261.

For this route, most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Cotonou to Nairobi. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How much is a round trip from Cotonou to Nairobi

Regular price: $792 - $1,463

Prices for flights from Cotonou to Nairobi are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cotonou to Nairobi is between $792 and $1463. The current lowest deal is $1042 with Ethiopian Airlines, for travel from Jul 14-Jul 17.

now $1,042

Low $792

High $1,463

The cheapest time to fly from Cotonou to Nairobi

The cheapest month to fly from Cotonou to Nairobi is October, with a median price of $825. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $1551. Generally, prices are lower from March to October.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $825

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Most Expensive

Flights from $1,551

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Direct flights from Cotonou to Nairobi

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Last-minute flights going from Cotonou to Nairobi

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Nairobi

Cotonou (COO) - Nairobi (NBO)

Kiwi International Air Lines

$1,017

$1,539

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Nairobi

Cotonou (COO) - Nairobi (NBO)

Kiwi International Air Lines

$1,011

$1,539

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Nairobi

Cotonou (COO) - Nairobi (NBO)

Kiwi International Air Lines

$1,017

$1,611

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Nairobi

Cotonou (COO) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$957

$1,133

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Nairobi

Cotonou (COO) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,018

$1,190

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Nairobi

Cotonou (COO) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$938

$1,200

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 17

$1,069 → $1,097

7 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 27

$1,034 → $1,097

3 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 28

$1,058 → $1,122

3 nights

Jul 14 - Jul 17

$912 → $1,042

14%

Popular Airports to fly from Cotonou to Nairobi

Cotonou - Nairobi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Cotonou to Nairobi are near the typical level, with a median price of $1259.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest at $825

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $825.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 21h 40m with 2+ stopovers

Flights to Nairobi typically take 21h 40m and usually include 2 or more stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available

There are no direct flights available from Cotonou to Nairobi; all routes include stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ethiopian Airlines offers many deals

📍 ~330 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1638

Arusha (ARK)

Arusha is a regional hub for northern Tanzania, offering frequent domestic and regional connections, but requires cross-border travel.

📍 ~300 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1957

Nanyuki (NYK)

Nanyuki is located within Kenya, avoiding international border complexities, but has very limited flight frequency.

📍 ~145 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$2612

Amboseli (ASV)

Amboseli is an established airstrip with some scheduled domestic services, useful for specific regional transit within southern Kenya.

📍 ~160 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$2612

Mara Serena (MRE)

Mara Serena is one of the more active airstrips in the Maasai Mara region, regularly serviced by domestic bush carriers.

📍 ~200 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$2490

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nairobi

Nairobi, Kenya

47% AI deal score

$4,809

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can also help you discover better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may sometimes offer lower fares than direct routes.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, last-minute deals can also appear, though they are less common. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more affordable flight options. While it may add to your travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of ground transportation to and from these alternative airports.

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Insights for flights from Cotonou to Nairobi

How much is a round trip from Cotonou to Nairobi

The cheapest time to fly from Cotonou to Nairobi

Direct flights from Cotonou to Nairobi

Last-minute flights going from Cotonou to Nairobi

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

Popular Airports to fly from Cotonou to Nairobi

Cotonou - Nairobi route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

October is historically cheapest at $825

Typically 21h 40m with 2+ stopovers

No direct flights available

Ethiopian Airlines offers many deals

Deals appear regularly

Cotonou main airports to depart from

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

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Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Cotonou to Nairobi?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Cotonou to Nairobi?

Are direct flights from Cotonou to Nairobi always the best option?

Are direct flights from Cotonou to Nairobi always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Cotonou to Nairobi flights?

Can flexible travel dates help on Cotonou to Nairobi flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Cotonou to Nairobi flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Cotonou to Nairobi flights?

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