Cheap flights from Cotonou (COO)

Benin's main airport in Cadjehoun, 5 km from central Cotonou

Cadjehoun International is Benin's primary airport, sitting just 5 km west of central Cotonou along the Atlantic coast. Air France, Brussels Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian and ASKY operate from the single terminal, linking the city to Paris, Brussels, Casablanca, Istanbul, Addis Ababa and the regional ASKY hub at Lomé.

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Major carriers: Air France, Brussels Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, Turkish Airlines, ASKY Airlines.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly out of Cotonou?
COO is served by Air France, Brussels Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines and ASKY, plus seasonal Air Côte d'Ivoire and Air Sénégal services. Long-haul passengers typically connect through Paris, Brussels, Casablanca or Istanbul. Flightmussy lets you compare all of them in one free search without signup.
How far is the airport from Cotonou city centre?
Cadjehoun is unusually close to the city, just 5 km west of the centre along the coast. A taxi takes 10–20 minutes depending on traffic on Boulevard de la Marina. Hotel pickups and the local Zem motorcycle taxis are common; there is no rail link or formal shuttle bus.
What is the IATA code for Cotonou?
Cotonou's airport uses the IATA code COO and the ICAO code DBBB. The full name is Cotonou Cadjehoun International Airport, after the seaside suburb where it sits. Type COO or 'Cotonou' in Flightmussy's origin field and the right airport will load automatically.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Cotonou to Paris?
On the Air France CDG route, fares are usually lowest in late April through early June and again in September–October, between the Easter and Christmas peaks. December and August are markedly more expensive. Use Flightmussy's free 12-month fare heatmap to find the cheapest week of the year.

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