Can I fly direct from Cotonou to Addis Ababa?

Yes, direct flights from Cotonou to Addis Ababa are available. Historically, approximately 33.1% of flights on this route have been direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers has typically been 2. This data is based on observations over the trailing 90 days.

How long does it take to fly from Cotonou to Addis Ababa?

A direct flight from Cotonou to Addis Ababa typically takes about 5 hours and 40 minutes, covering a distance of 4022 kilometers. Flights with one stop generally have a median duration of 8 hours and 15 minutes. The median direct flight time is 340 minutes, while flights with a single stop average 495 minutes.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Cotonou to Addis Ababa?

Historically, it has been cheaper to fly with a layover from Cotonou to Addis Ababa. Connecting flights have a median price of $1214, while direct flights have a median price of $1340. This represents a premium of approximately 10% for direct flights. Direct flights have accounted for about 23.5% of the available options over the trailing 90 days.

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August 3 - August 6

Cheapest

Best

COO - Addis Ababa

$1,337

$1,043

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August 14 - August 21

COO - Addis Ababa

$1,231

$1,046

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August 7 - August 13

COO - Addis Ababa

$1,246

$1,047

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September 22 - September 24

COO - Addis Ababa

$1,112

$1,060

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August 31 - September 28

COO - Addis Ababa

$1,117

$1,060

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September 10 - October 10

COO - Addis Ababa

$1,032

$1,060

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August 15 - August 29

COO - Addis Ababa

$1,160

$1,060

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August 1 - August 29

COO - Addis Ababa

$1,142

$1,061

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July 16 - July 18

Earliest

COO - Addis Ababa

$1,140

$1,062

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July 31 - August 6

COO - Addis Ababa

$1,053

$1,067

Round trip

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Cotonou to Addis Ababa: Overview

Insights for flights from Cotonou to Addis Ababa

Most itineraries for flights from Cotonou to Addis Ababa connect at least once, with only 33.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For those itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from Cotonou to Addis Ababa, fares are typically $1216–$1654, with a median of $1285. Current fares are below the typical level, although the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%. New deals show up several times a week, so keeping an eye on prices can be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cotonou to Addis Ababa? The data indicates that September is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $968. Following September, February also offers competitive prices, with a median of $1225, and January has a median fare of $1250.

How long is the flight from Cotonou to Addis Ababa? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 20h 55m. This route covers a distance of 4022 km, classifying it as a long-haul journey.

How much is a round trip from Cotonou to Addis Ababa

Regular price: $1,105 - $1,405

Prices for flights from Cotonou to Addis Ababa are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 1105 USD and 1405 USD. The current lowest deal is 1047 USD with Ethiopian Airlines, for travel from Aug 3-Aug 6.

now $1,047

Low $1,105

High $1,405

The cheapest time to fly from Cotonou to Addis Ababa

The cheapest month to fly from Cotonou to Addis Ababa is September, with a median price of $968. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $2143. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

September

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Flights from $968

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,143

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Direct flights from Cotonou to Addis Ababa

Ethiopian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Cotonou to Addis Ababa

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Addis Ababa

Cotonou (COO) - Addis Ababa (ADD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$952

$1,933

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Addis Ababa

Cotonou (COO) - Addis Ababa (ADD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,140

$1,251

One-way

Fri, Jul 17

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Addis Ababa

Cotonou (COO) - Addis Ababa (ADD)

Turkish Airlines

$1,123

$1,865

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Addis Ababa

Cotonou (COO) - Addis Ababa (ADD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$936

$1,931

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Addis Ababa

Cotonou (COO) - Addis Ababa (ADD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$967

$1,951

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Addis Ababa

Cotonou (COO) - Addis Ababa (ADD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,102

$1,044

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cotonou to Addis Ababa

3 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 21

$1,230 → $1,091

11%

6 nights

Aug 31 - Sep 6

$1,201 → $1,091

2 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 23

$1,182 → $1,092

4 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 23

$1,174 → $1,103

Popular Airports to fly from Cotonou to Addis Ababa

Cotonou - Addis Ababa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Cotonou to Addis Ababa are below the typical level at $1047.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $968.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 20h 55m

The median flight time from Cotonou to Addis Ababa is 20 hours 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 2 stopovers being typical.

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Ethiopian Airlines offers direct flights

Ethiopian Airlines is an option for direct flights on the Cotonou to Addis Ababa route.

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Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Cotonou to Addis Ababa appear regularly.

Cotonou main airports to depart from

Cadjehoun (COO)

Cheapest

Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport is the cheapest option for flights from Cotonou to Addis Ababa.

📍 ~2 km from Cotonou (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$992

Addis Ababa main airports to arrive at

Addis Ababa Bole International (ADD)

Cheapest

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is a good arrival option for flights from Cotonou.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$992

Airports nearby Addis Ababa used as alternative

Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International (DIR)

Cheapest

Consider Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International for international connections serving eastern Ethiopia.

📍 ~347 km from Addis Ababa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1531

Awasa (AWA)

Awasa is a geographically close alternative, serving a major industrial and economic hub.

📍 ~220 km from Addis Ababa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$2016

Bahir Dar (BJR)

Bahir Dar offers consistent flight availability as a business and tourism center.

📍 ~330 km from Addis Ababa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$2415

Jijiga (JIJ)

Jijiga is a critical transport link for the eastern Somali region with high traffic volume.

📍 ~458 km from Addis Ababa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$2027

Lalibela (LLI)

Lalibela is a well-maintained facility with reliable daily service schedules for tourism.

📍 ~300 km from Addis Ababa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$2473

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Addis Ababa

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Cotonou to Addis Ababa is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket has been observed at approximately $1206. Prices tend to be higher outside this window, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging around $1348, and those booked 60+ days in advance averaging $1400. This pattern has been consistent across the trailing 90 days of observations.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Cotonou to Addis Ababa is considered to be $1216 or less. The median price for this route has been $1285. Prices can range significantly, with 75% of tickets historically costing $1654 or less. Aiming for a price at or below the $1216 threshold typically indicates a favorable deal.

Historically, September has offered the cheapest flights from Cotonou to Addis Ababa, with a median price of $968. February and January also tend to be more affordable, showing median prices of $1225 and $1250, respectively. The annual median price for this route is $1285, indicating that September can offer significant savings compared to the yearly average. These trends are based on data collected over a 270-day period.

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