Flying from Lagos Airport (LOS) to Cotonou Airport (COO): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Lagos Airport to Cotonou Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 25 minutes.
Lagos and Cotonou are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Every week, there are four Lagos Airport to Cotonou Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your LOS to COO flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as October, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is valuejet.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Lagos Airport to Cotonou Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between LOS and COO include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Mohammed V Airport
Abidjan Airport
Handy information about Lagos Airport (LOS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lagos Airport, 66% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Lagos to Lagos Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to LOS? If you're catching an early flight from Lagos Airport to Cotonou Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Cotonou Airport (COO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Lagos Airport to Cotonou Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near COO instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Cotonou Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Europcar or Avis to explore Cotonou and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Cotonou Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Cotonou Airport (COO) to central Cotonou
Cotonou Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Cotonou. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Cotonou Airport (COO)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Lagos Airport to Cotonou Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Cotonou. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Lagos Airport to Cotonou Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Cotonou, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
August has average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LOS to COO around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Benin
Extend your Benin trip with a visit to Abomey-Calavi, located about 23 kilometres north-west of Cotonou. HOLY LAND PARC CALAVI is just one of the top attractions to add to your must-see list.
Your journey through Benin wouldn't be complete without a stop in Djougou. Cathedral of the Sacred Heart is one of the highlights in this destination, which is around 386 kilometres north of Cotonou.
