Flying from Douala Airport (DLA) to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Abidjan is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Douala.
Your DLA to ABJ flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Douala Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between DLA and ABJ:
Cotonou Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Douala Airport (DLA) to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
Currently, 351 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Douala Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 569 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from DLA to ABJ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Douala Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from DLA to ABJ.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Douala Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Douala Airport (DLA)
Of the departures from Douala Airport, 53.91% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Douala Airport from central Douala, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel near DLA? If you're boarding an early flight from Douala Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
If you're landing on a late Douala Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near ABJ:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or Green Motion and discover more of Abidjan and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to central Abidjan
From Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, Abidjan is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Douala Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Abidjan based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Douala Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Abidjan, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DLA to ABJ in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Ivory Coast
You've visited Abidjan, now it's time to discover other parts of Ivory Coast. Journey around 290 kilometres north-west to Bouake to tick off its top attractions. From Cathedral Saint Michel to NOUVEAU SAKABO and Douane Garden, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 483 kilometres north of Abidjan, Korhogo is another favourite stop in Ivory Coast. Start your sightseeing at EGLISE VASES D’HONNEUR KORHOGO ASSEMBLÉE GRÂCE SURABONDANTE, Lieu de fabrication du balafon and Place de l'indépendance de korhogo.
