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

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with one or more stops can often be cheaper, so comparing both options is usually a good strategy.

Can flexible travel dates help on London to Cotonou flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares compared to weekends or holidays. Even shifting your departure or return by a day or two may lead to savings.

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

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Understanding these additional fees can help you calculate the true total cost of your trip.

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London to Cotonou: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Cotonou

Most itineraries for flights from London to Cotonou connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of journeys that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 3.

If you are looking for cheap flights from London to Cotonou, fares right now are significantly below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $1587–$2212, with a median of $1784. Currently, only 1% of recent fares have been classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Cotonou? The most affordable month to fly is typically April, with a median fare of $864. Another relatively inexpensive option is October, where the median fare is $1784.

A typical journey from London to Cotonou takes about 51h 30m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 5024 km.

How much is a round trip from London to Cotonou

Regular price: £649 - £978

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

The regular price range for flights from London to Cotonou is typically between 649 GBP and 978 GBP. The current lowest deal is 534 GBP with Royal Air Maroc for travel from Oct 2-Oct 10.

now £534

Low £649

High £978

The cheapest time to fly from London to Cotonou

The cheapest month to fly from London to Cotonou is April, with a median price of $864. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $1784. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

April

Cheapest

Flights from £864

October

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,784

Apr

Oct

Direct flights from London to Cotonou

Brussels Airlines

Royal Air Maroc

Air France

Ethiopian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from London to Cotonou

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Cotonou

London (STN) - Cotonou (COO)

Royal Air Maroc

£920

£748

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Cotonou

London (STN) - Cotonou (COO)

Royal Air Maroc

£864

£585

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Cotonou

London (STN) - Cotonou (COO)

Royal Air Maroc

£871

£585

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Cotonou

London (LGW) - Cotonou (COO)

Royal Air Maroc

£828

£590

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Cotonou

London (LGW) - Cotonou (COO)

Royal Air Maroc

£823

£590

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Cotonou

London (LGW) - Cotonou (COO)

Royal Air Maroc

£834

£590

One-way

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

14 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 15

£963 → £618

36%

27 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 29

£927 → £589

36%

18 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 29

£1,007 → £672

33%

25 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 29

£946 → £613

35%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Cotonou

London - Cotonou route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from London to Cotonou are below the typical level at $534.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest at $864

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly to Cotonou, with a median price of $864.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 51h 30m

The median flight duration from London to Cotonou is 51 hours and 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is dominated by connecting flights, with a median of 3 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Brussels Airlines offers 28 deals

Brussels Airlines has 28 direct deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from London to Cotonou are historically rare.

London main airports to depart from

London Stansted (STN)

Cheapest

London Stansted offers a budget-friendly option for flights from London to Cotonou.

📍 ~50 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$761

Gatwick (LGW)

Gatwick is a major London airport, providing a convenient departure point for Cotonou.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$766

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow is a primary international hub, offering many connections for your journey to Cotonou.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$787

London City (LCY)

London City is a convenient option for travelers seeking a closer departure point to Cotonou.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1287

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend provides another departure choice for flights from London to Cotonou.

📍 ~60 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$1102

Luton (LTN)

Luton is an alternative London airport to consider for your flight to Cotonou.

📍 ~45 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$907

Cotonou main airports to arrive at

Cadjehoun (COO)

Cheapest

Cadjehoun Airport is the primary gateway to Cotonou, offering convenient access to the city and surrounding areas.

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

💸 Flights from ~$766

Airports nearby Cotonou used as alternative

Lomé–Tokoin International (LFW)

Consider Lomé–Tokoin International as it is a major hub for regional carrier ASKY and close to Cotonou.

📍 ~135 km from Cotonou (requires international land travel)

💸 Flights from ~£497

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cotonou

75% AI deal score

$3,579

From LHR

Elite

Sep 10

Cotonou, Benin

75% AI deal score

$2,790

From LHR

Elite

Sep 22

Cotonou, Benin

75% AI deal score

$2,790

From LHR

Elite

Sep 04

Cotonou, Benin

75% AI deal score

$2,790

From LHR

Elite

Sep 04

Cotonou, Benin

75% AI deal score

$2,790

From LHR

Elite

Sep 13

Cotonou, Benin

75% AI deal score

$2,790

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cotonou

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices from various airlines and online travel agencies can also help you discover better deals. Looking into flights with layovers instead of direct routes may sometimes offer lower fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several months ahead, may help you secure better prices. Prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can be beneficial. Avoiding peak travel seasons when demand is higher usually results in more budget-friendly options.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative flight options or better prices. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of transportation to and from alternative airports.

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London to Cotonou: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Cotonou

A typical journey from London to Cotonou takes about 51h 30m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 5024 km.

How much is a round trip from London to Cotonou

Regular price: £649 - £978

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

The regular price range for flights from London to Cotonou is typically between 649 GBP and 978 GBP. The current lowest deal is 534 GBP with Royal Air Maroc for travel from Oct 2-Oct 10.

now £534

Low £649

High £978

The cheapest time to fly from London to Cotonou

April

Cheapest

Flights from £864

October

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,784

Apr

Oct

Direct flights from London to Cotonou

Brussels Airlines

Royal Air Maroc

Air France

Ethiopian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from London to Cotonou

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Cotonou

London (STN) - Cotonou (COO)

Royal Air Maroc

£920

£748

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Cotonou

London (STN) - Cotonou (COO)

Royal Air Maroc

£864

£585

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Cotonou

London (STN) - Cotonou (COO)

Royal Air Maroc

£871

£585

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Cotonou

London (LGW) - Cotonou (COO)

Royal Air Maroc

£828

£590

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Cotonou

London (LGW) - Cotonou (COO)

Royal Air Maroc

£823

£590

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Cotonou

London (LGW) - Cotonou (COO)

Royal Air Maroc

£834

£590

One-way

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

14 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 15

£963 → £618

36%

27 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 29

£927 → £589

36%

18 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 29

£1,007 → £672

33%

25 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 29

£946 → £613

35%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Cotonou

London - Cotonou route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from London to Cotonou are below the typical level at $534.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest at $864

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly to Cotonou, with a median price of $864.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 51h 30m

The median flight duration from London to Cotonou is 51 hours and 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is dominated by connecting flights, with a median of 3 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Brussels Airlines offers 28 deals

Brussels Airlines has 28 direct deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from London to Cotonou are historically rare.

London main airports to depart from

London Stansted (STN)

Cheapest

London Stansted offers a budget-friendly option for flights from London to Cotonou.

📍 ~50 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$761

Gatwick (LGW)

Gatwick is a major London airport, providing a convenient departure point for Cotonou.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$766

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow is a primary international hub, offering many connections for your journey to Cotonou.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$787

London City (LCY)

London City is a convenient option for travelers seeking a closer departure point to Cotonou.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1287

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend provides another departure choice for flights from London to Cotonou.

📍 ~60 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$1102

Luton (LTN)

Luton is an alternative London airport to consider for your flight to Cotonou.

📍 ~45 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$907

Cotonou main airports to arrive at

Cadjehoun (COO)

Cheapest

Cadjehoun Airport is the primary gateway to Cotonou, offering convenient access to the city and surrounding areas.

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

💸 Flights from ~$766

Airports nearby Cotonou used as alternative

Lomé–Tokoin International (LFW)

Consider Lomé–Tokoin International as it is a major hub for regional carrier ASKY and close to Cotonou.

📍 ~135 km from Cotonou (requires international land travel)

💸 Flights from ~£497

Today’s best flight deals from London to Cotonou

London to Cotonou: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Cotonou

How much is a round trip from London to Cotonou

The cheapest time to fly from London to Cotonou

Direct flights from London to Cotonou

Last-minute flights going from London to Cotonou

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

Popular Airports to fly from London to Cotonou

London - Cotonou route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

April is historically cheapest at $864

Flights typically take 51h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Brussels Airlines offers 28 deals

Deals are rare for this route

London main airports to depart from

Cotonou main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cotonou used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cotonou

Best Elite deals to Cotonou

Jul 02

Jul 17

Sep 04

Sep 04

Jul 17

Jul 17

Jun 17

Sep 10

Sep 22

Sep 04

Sep 04

Sep 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cotonou

How can I find cheap flights from London to Cotonou?

When should I book flights from London to Cotonou?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on London to Cotonou flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from London

Flights to Cotonou from other cities

London to Cotonou: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Cotonou

How much is a round trip from London to Cotonou

The cheapest time to fly from London to Cotonou

Direct flights from London to Cotonou

Last-minute flights going from London to Cotonou

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

Popular Airports to fly from London to Cotonou

London - Cotonou route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

April is historically cheapest at $864

Flights typically take 51h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Brussels Airlines offers 28 deals

Deals are rare for this route

London main airports to depart from

Cotonou main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cotonou used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cotonou

Best Elite deals to Cotonou

Jul 02

Jul 17

Sep 04

Sep 04

Jul 17

Jul 17

Jun 17

Sep 10

Sep 22

Sep 04

Sep 04

Sep 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cotonou

How can I find cheap flights from London to Cotonou?

When should I book flights from London to Cotonou?

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