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R12 874+ Cheap flights to Cotonou

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— COO
may. 23 — may. 301
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Cotonou in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Cotonou
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Cotonou. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 23 abril 2026.

mar. 29/95:45
JNB
-
COO
2 stops14h 10m
Air Côte d’Ivoire
sáb. 3/1019:45
COO
-
JNB
2 stops29h 55m
Air Côte d’Ivoire
Deal found 20/4R12 874
mié. 22/422:50
JNB
-
COO
1 stop15h 35m
Ethiopian Air
dom. 26/413:30
COO
-
JNB
1 stop13h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/4R14 619
mié. 6/522:50
JNB
-
COO
1 stop14h 25m
Ethiopian Air
vie. 29/513:30
COO
-
JNB
1 stop13h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/4R14 652
vie. 4/125:30
JNB
-
COO
2 stops9h 55m
ASKY
mar. 8/1212:05
COO
-
JNB
2 stops11h 00m
ASKY
Deal found 22/4R15 393
vie. 3/75:30
JNB
-
COO
2 stops9h 55m
ASKY
dom. 12/712:05
COO
-
JNB
2 stops11h 00m
ASKY
Deal found 19/4R15 903
vie. 3/722:50
JNB
-
COO
1 stop14h 25m
Ethiopian Air
dom. 12/713:30
COO
-
JNB
1 stop13h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/4R16 134
vie. 16/105:30
JNB
-
COO
2 stops9h 55m
Multiple Airlines
vie. 23/1011:50
COO
-
JNB
2 stops13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4R16 348
mié. 6/55:30
JNB
-
COO
2 stops9h 55m
Multiple Airlines
vie. 29/513:30
COO
-
JNB
1 stop13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4R16 480
vie. 3/722:50
JNB
-
COO
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
dom. 12/712:05
COO
-
JNB
2 stops11h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4R16 710

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Find the latest flights to Cotonou in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 23 abril 2026.

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R12 874

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R14 323
Air Côte d’Ivoire
  • Air Côte d’Ivoire
  • 29/9-3/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 44h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Cotonou
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R1 039 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R224 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 29/9

5:45-18:55

2 stops14h 10m

Cotonou

sáb. 3/10

19:45-2:40

2 stops29h 55m

R12 874

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 6/5

22:50-12:15

1 stop14h 25m

Cotonou

vie. 29/5

13:30-3:55

1 stop13h 25m

R14 652

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 16/10

22:50-12:15

1 stop14h 25m

Cotonou

vie. 23/10

13:30-3:55

1 stop13h 25m

R16 710

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 10/5

5:30-14:25

2 stops9h 55m

Cotonou

jue. 14/5

13:30-3:55

1 stop13h 25m

R16 842

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 10/5

22:50-12:15

1 stop14h 25m

Cotonou

jue. 14/5

13:30-3:55

1 stop13h 25m

R16 842
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 3/6

5:30-14:25

2 stops9h 55m

Cotonou

mié. 10/6

12:05-0:05

2 stops11h 00m

R17 434

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 29/9

22:50-12:15

1 stop14h 25m

Cotonou

sáb. 3/10

12:05-0:05

2 stops11h 00m

R17 731

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 16/10

5:30-14:25

2 stops9h 55m

Cotonou

vie. 23/10

13:30-3:55

1 stop13h 25m

R18 570

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Cotonou

How long is the flight to Cotonou?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Cotonou takes 9 hours 55 minutes. Flights to Cotonou from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Cotonou?

The most popular airline flying from Johannesburg to Cotonou is Ethiopian Air.

Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R10 615

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Cotonou?

The cheapest airline flying from Johannesburg to Cotonou is Ethiopian Air.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cotonou

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cotonou. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cotonou. Reviews last updated 23 abril 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Ethiopian Air to Benin. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 004 reviews
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Entertainment

6,7

Boarding

7,2

Crew

7,6

Comfort

7,1

Food

6,9

Overall

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LFW - ACC

Took too long to serve the refreshments. We sat in transit on the aircraft. It’s hot. They won’t even serve water. That’s not good customer. It’s because we were not in business class? 75% of your customers are in economy. Are we not good enough.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 004 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 004 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,7

Boarding

7,2

Crew

7,6

Comfort

7,1

Food

6,9

Overall

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LFW - ACC

Took too long to serve the refreshments. We sat in transit on the aircraft. It’s hot. They won’t even serve water. That’s not good customer. It’s because we were not in business class? 75% of your customers are in economy. Are we not good enough.

FAQs about flying to Cotonou

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cotonou?

    Travellers will need to book flights to Cotonou (COO) if they wish to fly to Cotonou. The Cotonou airport is 3,9 km from the city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Cotonou if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Cotonou on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Cotonou?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Cotonou.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Cotonou depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Cotonou, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (9 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Cotonou have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Cotonou can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Cotonou?

    Yes. Cotonou has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Cozy apartment by the airport is the closest property to Cotonou (0,0 km away from Cotonou).

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