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COO

Libreville

GabonSep 2026

$304

$259

One-way

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Douala

CameroonOct 2026

$526

$282

One-way

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Lomé

TogoJun 2026

$344

$297

One-way

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Abidjan

Côte d’IvoireAug 2026

$238

$309

One-way

COO

Yaoundé

CameroonAug 2026

$538

$363

One-way

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Brazzaville

Republic of the CongoJun 2026

$628

$385

One-way

COO

Dakar

SenegalJul 2026

$539

$388

One-way

COO

Malabo

Equatorial GuineaJul 2026

$414

$414

One-way

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Lagos

NigeriaJul 2026

$369

$419

One-way

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Ouagadougou

Burkina FasoJun 2026

$682

$438

One-way

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Origin Intelligence — 608 Destinations from Cotonou Tracked

Insights for flights from Cotonou

Only 14.7% of recent fares from Cotonou are for direct flights, indicating that connecting routes are the dominant option for travelers. This means that if you are looking for cheap flights from Cotonou, you will most likely encounter itineraries with at least one stop. The majority of available flights from Cotonou over the last 90 days have included layovers, which can sometimes offer more competitive pricing or access to a wider range of destinations.
The most frequently discounted destination from Cotonou recently is Libreville, Gabon. Following closely in popularity are Lagos, Nigeria, and Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. These destinations consistently appear in recent flight deals from Cotonou, suggesting they are well-served routes with frequent fare availability for travelers.
For travelers seeking cheap flights from Cotonou, the most affordable fares right now start at $420 to Libreville, Gabon. You can also find competitive prices to Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, starting at $522. Another option for budget-conscious travelers is Paris, France, with fares beginning at $556. These prices represent the lowest available roundtrip fares recently observed.
Flights from Cotonou reach a broad network of 608 unique cities across 94 countries, offering extensive travel possibilities. Over the last 90 days, Nigeria accounts for 14% of recent fares, making it a prominent destination. Gabon represents 12% of recent fares, while Côte d’Ivoire makes up 9%. Popular destinations within these countries include Lagos in Nigeria and Libreville in Gabon, reflecting strong regional connections.
The flight distances from Cotonou are predominantly long-haul, with 78% of routes being long-distance international trips. Medium-haul flights make up 10% of the routes, while short-haul flights account for 12%. This distribution highlights that the majority of travel from Cotonou involves significant international distances, suggesting a focus on intercontinental and longer regional connections.

Most popular airlines from Cotonou

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Last-minute flights going from Cotonou soon

Thu, Jun 18

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COO - Lyon

Air France

Cotonou (COO) - Lyon (LYS)

Air France

$1,019

$783

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

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COO - London

Air France

Cotonou (COO) - London (LGW)

Air France

$1,237

$1,045

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

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COO - Seoul

Ethiopian Airlines

Cotonou (COO) - Seoul (ICN)

Ethiopian Airlines

$2,245

$1,851

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

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COO - Brussels

Ethiopian Airlines

Cotonou (COO) - Brussels (BRU)

Ethiopian Airlines

$920

$862

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

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COO - Montreal

Air France

Cotonou (COO) - Montreal (YUL)

Air France

$1,549

$1,454

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

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COO - Paris

Royal Air Maroc

Cotonou (COO) - Paris (CDG)

Royal Air Maroc

$835

$788

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Cotonou

Paris

TOP

FranceNov 2026

from

$556

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Istanbul

TOP

TurkeyMay 2027

from

$980

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London

TOP

United KingdomNov 2026

from

$739

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Mumbai

TOP

IndiaSep 2026

from

$944

Hong Kong

TOP

Hong KongAug 2026

from

$1,491

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Bangkok

TOP

ThailandNov 2026

from

$1,207

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Cotonou

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COO - Istanbul

$1,987  →  $980

-29%

COO - Hong Kong

$2,109  →  $1,491

-18%

COO - Seoul

$2,245  →  $1,851

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-20%

COO - Kuala Lumpur

$1,928  →  $1,550

Popular Airports from Cotonou

Cotonou airport insights

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Libreville

Flights to Libreville are often cheapest, with prices as low as $259 for a direct flight.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Aug

August tends to have lower prices for flights from Cotonou.

⏱️ Best time to book

2-8 months in advance

Booking 2-8 months in advance offers the lowest median airfares from Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Air France, Turkish Airlines, Brussels Airlines

Full-service carriers offer the most routes from Cotonou.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$259 direct / ~$420 roundtrip

The best deals are on routes to Libreville, Gabon and Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Sun - Mon - Fri

The cheapest days to fly from Cotonou are Sunday, Monday, and Friday, with fares from $252.

Cotonou main airports to depart from

Cadjehoun (COO)

Cheapest

Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport is ideal for travelers seeking direct flights from Cotonou.

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

💸 Flights from ~$418

Airports nearby Cotonou used as alternative

Lomé–Tokoin International (LFW)

Lomé–Tokoin International is a major regional hub providing excellent connectivity across West and Central Africa.

📍 ~130 km from Cotonou (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$427

Murtala Muhammed International (LOS)

Cheapest

Murtala Muhammed International is the largest international hub in the region with extensive global flight networks.

📍 ~105 km from Cotonou (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$138

Kotoka International (ACC)

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

📍 ~300 km from Cotonou (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$167

Ibadan (IBA)

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

📍 ~170 km from Cotonou

💸 Flights from ~$176

Benin (BNI)

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

📍 ~360 km from Cotonou

💸 Flights from ~$140

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From COO

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Tokyo

JapanOct 2026

95% AI deal score

$4,580

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From COO

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Bangkok

ThailandJul 2026

83% AI deal score

$4,316

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From COO

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Beirut

LebanonJul 2026

80% AI deal score

$2,551

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From COO

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Zanzibar

TanzaniaSep 2026

78% AI deal score

$3,093

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From COO

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Dakar

SenegalAug 2026

69% AI deal score

$1,751

Aero-Tropics Air Services

Aero-Tropics Air Services

Business Class

From COO

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Marrakesh

MoroccoOct 2026

48% AI deal score

$3,406

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From COO

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Abidjan

Côte d’IvoireJul 2026

38% AI deal score

$1,272

Hapagfly

Hapagfly

Business Class

From COO

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Brazzaville

Republic of the CongoAug 2026

36% AI deal score

$6,113

Kiwi International Air Lines

Kiwi International Air Lines

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Booking Flights from Cotonou: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, travelers departing from Cotonou have found a variety of destinations for under $700. Across the trailing quarter, there were 8 such destinations identified. For example, flights to Libreville typically cost around $391, while trips to Abidjan averaged about $468. Other options included European cities like Paris, with a median price of $520, and London, at a median of $587.

From Cotonou, you can historically reach destinations in 94 unique countries. This includes flights to 608 distinct cities. Across the trailing 90 days, a significant portion of these flights were to countries such as Nigeria, accounting for 14% of destinations, and Gabon, representing 12% of destinations.

Across the trailing 90 days, the most frequently served destination from Cotonou was Libreville, Gabon. This route consistently saw the highest number of available flights. Other popular destinations included Lagos, Nigeria, and Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, which also had a high volume of flight options.