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July 8 - July 28

Cheapest

LOS - Cotonou

$497

$764

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June 28 - June 30

LOS - Cotonou

$604

$771

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September 13 - September 18

LOS - Cotonou

$688

$774

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July 26 - July 31

LOS - Cotonou

$513

$776

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July 8 - July 10

LOS - Cotonou

$552

$801

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July 12 - July 14

LOS - Cotonou

$535

$805

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July 19 - July 24

LOS - Cotonou

$526

$816

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July 22 - July 28

LOS - Cotonou

$504

$816

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June 24 - June 26

Earliest

LOS - Cotonou

$580

$819

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August 2 - August 4

Best

LOS - Cotonou

$699

$819

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Insights for flights from Lagos to Cotonou

For those seeking cheap flights from Lagos to Cotonou, fares typically range from $757–$1231, with a median of $876. Right now, fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding lower prices may require flexibility or waiting for new deals to emerge. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Lagos to Cotonou, the data indicates that February and March are the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $733. October also presents a good option, with a median fare of $768. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

Most itineraries for flights from Lagos to Cotonou connect at least once. Only 17.1% of recent fares are for direct flights from Lagos to Cotonou. For the remaining itineraries, a typical journey includes 2 stopovers, which significantly impacts the overall travel time.

A typical journey from Lagos to Cotonou takes approximately 11h 10m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, as direct flights are not the dominant option on this route. The overall travel time reflects the need for connecting flights to reach Cotonou from Lagos.

The distance between Lagos and Cotonou is 106 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. Despite the relatively short geographical distance, the typical journey time is extended due to the prevalence of connecting flights rather than direct services.

How much is a round trip from Lagos to Cotonou

Regular price: $446 - $898

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

The regular price range for this route is between 446 USD and 898 USD. The current lowest deal is 764 USD with Centre-Avia, for travel from Jul 8-Jul 28.

now $764

Low $446

High $898

The cheapest time to fly from Lagos to Cotonou

The cheapest month to fly from LOS to COO is February, with a median price of $733. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $1106. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $733

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,106

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Direct flights from Lagos to Cotonou

Centre-Avia

Last-minute flights going from Lagos to Cotonou

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Cotonou

Lagos (LOS) - Cotonou (COO)

Hapagfly

$707

$1,038

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Cotonou

Lagos (LOS) - Cotonou (COO)

Hapagfly

$758

$1,042

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Cotonou

Lagos (LOS) - Cotonou (COO)

$571

$855

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Cotonou

Lagos (LOS) - Cotonou (COO)

Turkish Airlines

$708

$2,444

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Cotonou

Lagos (LOS) - Cotonou (COO)

Turkish Airlines

$658

$2,719

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Cotonou

Lagos (LOS) - Cotonou (COO)

Turkish Airlines

$654

$2,719

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 28

$848 → $905

6 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 21

$838 → $898

7 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 22

$838 → $898

2 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 17

$832 → $898

Popular Airports to fly from Lagos to Cotonou

Lagos - Cotonou route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Lagos to Cotonou are above the typical level, with a median price of $876.

📅 Best time to fly

February and March are historically cheapest.

Historically, February and March offer the lowest median prices at $733 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 11h 10m.

The median flight duration for this route, predominantly connecting, is 11 hours and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Only 17.1% of deals are direct, with connecting flights being more common for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Centre-Avia offers direct flights.

Centre-Avia is an airline that has historically offered direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Historically, deals for flights from Lagos to Cotonou are frequent, with over one deal per day.

Lagos main airports to depart from

Murtala Muhammed International (LOS)

Cheapest

Murtala Muhammed International Airport is a good option for flights from Lagos to Cotonou.

📍 ~10 km from Lagos (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$764

Cotonou main airports to arrive at

Cadjehoun (COO)

Cheapest

Cadjehoun Airport is the most budget-friendly option for flights from Lagos to Cotonou.

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

💸 Flights from ~$764

Airports nearby Cotonou used as alternative

Lomé–Tokoin International (LFW)

Lomé–Tokoin International Airport can be a reliable alternative for international flights when Cotonou options are limited.

📍 ~135 km from Cotonou (requires crossing the Benin-Togo land border)

💸 Flights from ~$754

Kotoka International (ACC)

Kotoka International Airport is a major international gateway with strong connectivity to Europe, North America, and Middle Eastern hubs.

📍 ~290 km from Cotonou (requires crossing two international borders)

💸 Flights from ~$354

Ibadan (IBA)

Ibadan Airport offers an alternative entry point into Nigeria that may bypass some Lagos-specific traffic.

📍 ~180 km from Cotonou

💸 Flights from ~$350

Benin (BNI)

Cheapest

Benin Airport is a secondary Nigerian airport within a reachable distance for regional travel.

📍 ~400 km from Cotonou

💸 Flights from ~$167

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cotonou

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Cotonou, Benin

26% AI deal score

$3,759

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cotonou

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Lagos to Cotonou is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. Flights booked within this period have an average price of $937. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees an average price of $1093, while flights booked 7-13 days out average $1107. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made closer to the travel date, with flights booked 14-27 days in advance averaging $1152.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Lagos to Cotonou is considered to be $757 or less. The median price for this route has historically been around $876. Prices above $1231 are typically on the higher end for this route. By comparing potential flight costs to these historical benchmarks, travelers can identify favorable deals.

Historically, February and March have been the cheapest months to fly from Lagos to Cotonou, both with a median price of $733. October also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $768. The annual median price for this route is $876, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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