Travelling from Accra Airport (ACC) to Cotonou Airport (COO): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Accra Airport to Cotonou Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
Cotonou is one hour ahead of Accra and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your ACC to COO flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like December, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Brussels Airlines is your gateway to exploring Cotonou (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Benin!). Browse the direct flights from Accra Airport to Cotonou Airport offered by this carrier.
Brussels Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Among carriers operating ACC to COO flights, Brussels Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Accra Airport to Cotonou Airport. These are the top stopovers between ACC and COO:
Brussels International Airport
Abidjan Airport
Lome Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Accra Airport (ACC) to Cotonou Airport (COO)
Currently, 365 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Accra Airport to Cotonou Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 869 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ACC to COO.
The cheapest month for flights from Accra Airport to Cotonou Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ACC to COO.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Accra Airport to Cotonou Airport.
Handy information about Accra Airport (ACC)
64% of flights taking off from Accra Airport land at their destination on time.
Accra Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Accra. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Accra Airport to Cotonou Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near ACC:
Arriving at Cotonou Airport (COO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Accra Airport to Cotonou Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near COO instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cotonou Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Europcar or Avis to explore Cotonou and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cotonou Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Cotonou Airport (COO) to central Cotonou
From Cotonou Airport, Cotonou is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Cotonou Airport (COO)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Accra Airport to Cotonou Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Cotonou. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Cotonou is March, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Accra Airport to Cotonou Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ACC to COO in August. Average temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Benin
Extend your Benin trip with a visit to Abomey-Calavi, located around 23 kilometres north-west of Cotonou. HOLY LAND PARC CALAVI is just one of the top sights to put on your itinerary.
Another favourite stop in Benin, Djougou is located around 386 kilometres north of Cotonou. Plan to visit highlights including Cathedral of the Sacred Heart.