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COO

Libreville

Gabon • Oct 2026

$320

$257

One-way

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Douala

Cameroon • Aug 2026

$538

$290

One-way

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Lomé

Togo • Nov 2026

$292

$297

One-way

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Abidjan

Côte d’Ivoire • Nov 2026

$190

$305

One-way

COO

Yaoundé

Cameroon • Aug 2026

$526

$357

One-way

COO

Brazzaville

Republic of the Congo • Aug 2026

$580

$380

One-way

COO

Dakar

Senegal • Nov 2026

$467

$383

One-way

COO

Lagos

Nigeria • Aug 2026

$408

$412

One-way

COO

Lyon

France • Nov 2026

$516

$427

One-way

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Toulouse

France • Oct 2026

$472

$432

One-way

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Flights from Cotonou: Overview

Insights for flights from Cotonou

Only 14.7% of recent fares from Cotonou are non-stop, indicating that connecting flights are the dominant option for travelers. This means you will most often find itineraries with at least one stop when searching for cheap flights from Cotonou, which can sometimes offer more competitive pricing or broader route options.
Right now, the cheapest fares from Cotonou start at $416 for a trip to Libreville, Gabon. You can also find flights to Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire for $516, and to Marseille, France for $603. These prices represent some of the most economical options currently available for travelers departing from Cotonou.
Travelers from Cotonou have access to a wide range of destinations, with 117 unique cities reachable over the last 90 days. The distribution of recent fares shows that Gabon accounts for 24% of destinations, followed by Nigeria at 19%, and Côte d’Ivoire at 14%. Popular destinations within these countries include Libreville, Lagos, and Abidjan, highlighting strong connections within the region.
The most frequently discounted destination from Cotonou over the last 90 days is Libreville, Gabon. Following closely in popularity are routes to Lagos, Nigeria, and Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. These destinations consistently appear in recent fare data, suggesting they are key routes for travelers departing from Cotonou.
Regarding flight distances, about 78% of routes from Cotonou are long-haul international trips. Medium-haul flights make up 10% of the routes, while short-haul flights account for 12%. This indicates that the majority of air travel from Cotonou involves longer distances, connecting travelers to a broader international network.

Most popular airlines from Cotonou

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Last-minute flights going from Cotonou soon

Mon, Jul 20

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COO - Hangzhou

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Cotonou (COO) - Hangzhou (HGH)

Royal Air Maroc, Qatar Airways

$2,387

$1,705

One-way

Sun, Jul 19

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COO - Madrid

Ethiopian Airlines

Cotonou (COO) - Madrid (MAD)

Ethiopian Airlines

$867

$702

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Frankfurt

Ethiopian Airlines

Cotonou (COO) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,096

$928

One-way

Wed, Jul 22

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Chennai

Ethiopian Airlines

Cotonou (COO) - Chennai (MAA)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,579

$1,272

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

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COO - Shanghai

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Cotonou (COO) - Shanghai (PVG)

Hapagfly, Qatar Airways

$2,009

$1,735

One-way

Sun, Jul 19

⌛ Last-Minute

COO - Ho Chi Minh City

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Cotonou (COO) - Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

Ethiopian Airlines, Vietnam Airlines

$1,827

$1,625

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Cotonou

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London

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United Kingdom • Dec 2026

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$742

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Hong Kong

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Hong Kong • Apr 2027

from

$1,581

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Paris

TOP

France • Nov 2026

from

$583

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Shanghai

TOP

China • Aug 2026

from

$1,543

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Hangzhou

TOP

China • Jul 2026

from

$1,705

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Hamburg

TOP

Germany • Sep 2026

from

$908

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Cotonou

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-31%

COO - Shanghai

$2,225  →  $1,543

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-29%

COO - Hangzhou

$2,387  →  $1,705

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-30%

COO - Hong Kong

$2,258  →  $1,581

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-47%

COO - Luxembourg

$1,285  →  $687

Popular Airports from Cotonou

Cotonou airport insights

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Libreville

Flights to Libreville are cheapest from Cotonou, starting at $255 for a direct one-way 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, Ethiopian Airlines

Full-service carriers offer a mix of domestic and international routes from Cotonou.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$255 direct / ~$416 roundtrip

The cheapest flights from Cotonou are 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.

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

💸 Flights from ~$416

Airports nearby Cotonou used as alternative

Lomé–Tokoin International (LFW)

Lomé–Tokoin International is a useful alternative due to its close proximity and easier border crossing.

📍 ~128 km from Cotonou (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$422

Murtala Muhammed International (LOS)

Cheapest

Murtala Muhammed International offers extensive global reach, but the border crossing can be congested.

📍 ~105 km from Cotonou (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$126

Kotoka International (ACC)

Kotoka International provides a high-quality option for long-haul flights despite the significant driving distance.

📍 ~295 km from Cotonou (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$171

Ibadan (IBA)

Ibadan is a relatively close option, but it has limited international flight availability.

📍 ~207 km from Cotonou (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$172

Benin (BNI)

Benin airport is an alternative regional option in Nigeria, primarily serving domestic routes.

📍 ~355 km from Cotonou (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$126

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From COO

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Tokyo

Japan • Oct 2026

92% AI deal score

$9,025

$5,624

Save $3,401

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines

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From COO

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Bangkok

Thailand • Jul 2026

82% AI deal score

$5,325

$4,533

Save $792

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Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From COO

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Dakar

Senegal • Jul 2026

78% AI deal score

$2,475

$1,563

Save $912

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Hapagfly

Business Class

From COO

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Brussels

Belgium • Jul 2026

78% AI deal score

$2,325

$2,128

Save $197

Brussels Airlines

Brussels Airlines

Business Class

From COO

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Nice

France • Aug 2026

74% AI deal score

$2,732

Air France

Air France

Business Class

From COO

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Zanzibar

Tanzania • Jul 2026

73% AI deal score

$3,068

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From COO

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Paris

France • Jul 2026

73% AI deal score

$1,896

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Business Class

From COO

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Cairo

Egypt • Jul 2026

71% AI deal score

$2,695

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Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From COO

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Paris

France • Sep 2026

70% AI deal score

$4,573

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Business Class

From COO

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Bangkok

Thailand • Jul 2026

70% AI deal score

$8,306

Ethiopian AirlinesFlydubai

Ethiopian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From COO

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Marrakesh

Morocco • Oct 2026

48% AI deal score

$3,386

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From COO

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Abidjan

Côte d’Ivoire • Aug 2026

38% AI deal score

$1,314

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Booking Flights from Cotonou: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations have been available from Cotonou for under $700. For example, flights to Libreville typically have a median price of $439, while Abidjan often sees median prices around $464. Other options include European cities such as Milan, with a median price of $581, and Venice, at a median of $623. Travelers can also find deals to Las Palmas for about $656 or London for $664, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

From Cotonou, travelers can typically reach destinations in 58 unique countries, encompassing 117 different cities. Across the trailing quarter, a significant portion of these routes are to countries like Gabon, which accounts for 24% of the distribution, and Nigeria, representing 19% of available routes. Côte d’Ivoire is another prominent destination, making up 14% of the country distribution.

Historically, the most frequently served destinations from Cotonou include Libreville in Gabon, Lagos in Nigeria, and Abidjan in Côte d’Ivoire. These cities consistently appear among the top routes for travelers departing from Cotonou. This trend has been observed across the trailing 90 days, indicating their regular availability and popularity.

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