Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Cotonou Airport (COO): what you need to know
Amsterdam and Cotonou share the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your AMS to COO flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cotonou Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between AMS and COO:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Brussels Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Cotonou Airport (COO)
$729 is the lowest price for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cotonou Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,349. These prices may change based on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from AMS to COO, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cotonou Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from AMS to COO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cotonou Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, data shows 67.93% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is about 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to AMS? If you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cotonou Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cotonou Airport (COO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cotonou Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near COO instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Cotonou Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Europcar or Avis and discover more of Cotonou and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cotonou Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Cotonou Airport (COO) to central Cotonou
From Cotonou Airport, Cotonou is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Cotonou Airport (COO)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cotonou Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Cotonou. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cotonou Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Cotonou, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AMS to COO in August. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Benin
You've seen Cotonou, now it's time to explore other parts of Benin. Travel around 23 kilometres north-west to Abomey-Calavi to check off its must-visit sights. From Eglise Catholique BON PASTEUR De Djadjo to Eglise Catholique St Paul Zogbadjè and HOLY LAND PARC CALAVI, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 386 kilometres north of Cotonou, Djougou is another essential stop in Benin. Start your sightseeing at Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Arrêt bus de Djougou and Grande Mosquée de Djougou.
