Travelling from Cotonou Airport (COO) to Ottawa: what you need to know
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4. The city is five hours behind Cotonou, where Cotonou Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your COO to Ottawa flight.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Finding a plane ticket from COO to Ottawa with a stopover is simple. Whether you want to cut costs on your fare or break up your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options. A top stop on this route is Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
To get to COO from central Cotonou, it'll take around 10 minutes by car. It's roughly 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near COO. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cotonou Airport to Ottawa or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
76.36% of flights that take off from Cotonou Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cotonou Airport (COO) to Ottawa
846 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cotonou Airport to Ottawa flight. A return ticket right now is 1.603 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from COO to Ottawa if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Scoring cheap tickets from Cotonou Airport to Ottawa is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the best prices across the month and bag an awesome deal.
There's no need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from COO to Ottawa.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Stay moments from where you land if you're arriving on a late flight from Cotonou Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge is one option close to YND. Or check in and relax at Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport before heading to your final destination.
Set your own pace with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Ottawa that don't always get the spotlight.
Reserve your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport several weeks in advance of your flight from COO to Ottawa. If you're going away during a peak period, book even earlier to lock in the best possible deal.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. Following your flight from Cotonou Airport to Ottawa, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near YOW. Kick back and get cosy after your COO to Ottawa flight at any of these perfectly located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride two weeks before your arrival at YOW will help you save.
You can find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before you book your flights from Cotonou Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Ottawa offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Book a Cotonou Airport to Ottawa plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from COO to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Cotonou Airport to Ottawa, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are top attractions which should feature on any good Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a visit to Toronto will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another essential stop in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No journey is complete without visiting Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
