How to find cheap flights to Benin
Depart from Dublin when booking your flight to Benin for the most budget-friendly start to your trip.
Then touch down at Cotonou to keep your total fare lower.
The cheapest time to visit Benin is generally during May.
For a round trip, the lowest price right now is 809 €. One-way fares are available from 444 €.
Not fussed where you land and just want to save? Get a list of the cheapest places to fly into by adding your departure airport, then entering 'Benin' in the 'To' field.
Alternatively, select 'Add nearby airports' at the start of your search if you know where you're travelling to. This will display prices for nearby arrival airports so you can easily find the best deal.
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Book your tickets around five months in advance. That's the general recommendation for scoring the best bargains.
The best time to go to Benin
Use the 'Whole month' tool if you have flexible travel dates. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight that fits your schedule and budget.
August is the busiest time to travel. Go then if you want that peak season buzz, but maybe look elsewhere if you're hoping for a deal.
Travel in December if you want to avoid the crowds. This is the least busy time of year and also when plane tickets to Benin are often cheaper.
Choose the season that matches how you like to explore, whether that's cooler, hotter or somewhere in between. March is one of the warmest months in Benin, with a maximum average of 38ºC (100ºF).
January brings cooler conditions, with lows averaging 19ºC (66ºF).
Rainy days are more common in August, while January tends to be drier.
Depending on where you're headed (and when), also factor in weather risks like rainy season and periods of extreme heat.
Getting to Benin
Book flights to Benin and land at Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport (COO) in Cotonou.
Here's a snapshot of the airlines operating the most services into this destination, as well as rough monthly flight estimates:
Air Côte dIvoire — 60
Ethiopian Airlines — 30
ASKY Airlines — 30
Paris, Istanbul and Addis Ababa are some of the major hubs used as stopover points on flights to Benin. Stops differ by route, so it's worth checking the connection details for your departure city.
Places to visit in Benin
Cotonou
If you could only choose one place, this city in Littoral Department would be a strong contender. With a population of roughly 780,000, it crams in more highlights than you can cover in one visit.
You'll find some excellent flight deals to Benin landing at Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport (COO), Cotonou's main airport.
Ready to book your perfect base? Browse the lineup of hotels in Cotonou.
Abomey-Calavi
This Atlantique Department city of around 390,000 has a charm all of its own.
Fit in a visit to highlights like HOLY LAND PARC CALAVI.
Once your plane ticket is locked in, you can begin searching for the right stay among the hotels in Abomey-Calavi.
Good to know
Entry rules may vary depending on your passport and travel plans, so always check ahead. Official embassy sites and airlines will have the most up-to-date advice on visas or any other documentation you may need.
ATMs (automatic teller machines) are rare around these parts, so make sure you have a plan for accessing cash.
You won't be expected to tip in Benin. However, leaving something extra is a nice way to acknowledge great service.
Wi-Fi availability is low and not something you can count on. You may be able to connect in some bigger hotels or certain areas, but access won't be consistent as you travel around.
The population of Benin is estimated at around 14 million. Porto-Novo is the capital.
This destination operates on one standard time zone of UTC+1.
Benin is located in Africa within the Western Africa subregion.
Thinking about timing your flight to Benin with a big occasion? Popular events worth planning around include the Voodoo Festival, the International Festival of Benin Theatre and the Benin International Arts Festival.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car hire
With your cheap ticket to Benin locked in, it's time to plan the rest of your travels. Discover the best prices and exclusive rates for hotels in Benin. You can also check out car hire options in Benin and compare deals from top providers in seconds.
