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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cotonou from R11 345

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — COO
Nov 30 — Dec 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Cotonou

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Cotonou flight deals. Data was last updated 31 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 310

One-way from

R10 000

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R12 862
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 17/11-19/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 40m total
  • South Africa to Cotonou
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 8/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 55m total
  • South Africa to Cotonou
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R13 357 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 557 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Cotonou
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Cotonou. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 October 2025.

Mon 17/1123:00JNB - COO
1 stop14h 15mEthiopian Air
Wed 19/1113:30COO - JNB
1 stop13h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R11 345
Sun 28/1223:00JNB - COO
1 stop14h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 27/113:30COO - JNB
1 stop13h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R12 534
Mon 29/1223:00JNB - COO
1 stop14h 15mEthiopian Air
Sat 31/113:30COO - JNB
1 stop13h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/10R14 638
Mon 17/115:30JNB - COO
2 stops9h 55mASKY
Wed 19/1112:05COO - JNB
2 stops11h 00mASKY
Deal found 29/10R16 034
Wed 10/1223:00JNB - COO
1 stop14h 15mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/113:30COO - JNB
1 stop13h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R17 241
Tue 16/1213:50CPT - COO
1 stop23h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 15/113:30COO - CPT
1 stop23h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R32 258
Tue 16/1213:50CPT - COO
1 stop23h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 13/113:30COO - CPT
1 stop23h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R32 448
Wed 17/1214:35CPT - COO
1 stop22h 40mEthiopian Air
Wed 14/113:30COO - CPT
1 stop22h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R36 206
Tue 16/1215:25CPT - COO
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/113:30COO - CPT
2 stops17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10R36 310
Tue 16/1215:25CPT - COO
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/113:30COO - CPT
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10R36 327
Wed 17/1217:25CPT - COO
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/113:30COO - CPT
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10R37 103
Wed 17/1214:35CPT - COO
1 stop22h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 15/113:30COO - CPT
2 stops52h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/10R37 293

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Cotonou that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 31 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Cotonou that are best for you.

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South Africa

Fly to

Cotonou

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/12

23:00-12:15

1 stop14h 15m

Cotonou

Sat 31/1

13:30-3:55

1 stop13h 25m

R14 638

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/11

23:00-18:55

2 stops20h 55m

Cotonou

Wed 19/11

13:30-3:55

1 stop13h 25m

R15 862

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/11

5:30-14:25

2 stops9h 55m

Cotonou

Wed 19/11

12:05-0:05

2 stops11h 00m

R16 034

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/12

23:00-12:15

1 stop14h 15m

Cotonou

Fri 9/1

13:30-3:55

1 stop13h 25m

R17 241

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/12

23:00-12:15

1 stop14h 15m

Cotonou

Tue 27/1

13:30-11:35

3 stops45h 05m

R22 448

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/12

19:05-23:55

1 stop29h 50m

Cotonou

Mon 26/1

0:50-10:50

2 stops33h 00m

R22 655

Cape TownCotonou

CPT - COO

CPTCOO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/12

13:50-12:15

1 stop23h 25m

Cotonou

Thu 15/1

13:30-13:45

1 stop23h 15m

R32 258

Cape TownCotonou

CPT - COO

CPTCOO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/12

15:25-12:15

1 stop21h 50m

Cotonou

Thu 15/1

13:30-13:45

1 stop23h 15m

R32 258

Cape TownCotonou

CPT - COO

CPTCOO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/12

15:25-12:15

1 stop21h 50m

Cotonou

Wed 14/1

13:30-13:00

1 stop22h 30m

R32 258

Cape TownCotonou

CPT - COO

CPTCOO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/12

13:50-12:15

1 stop23h 25m

Cotonou

Wed 14/1

13:30-13:00

1 stop22h 30m

R32 258

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Cotonou

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Cotonou

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Cotonou?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cotonou (average of R4 328). Flying from South Africa to Cotonou in June is currently the most expensive (average of R13 017). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to COO?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Cotonou. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 31 October 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from South Africa to Cotonou in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 38% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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 31 October 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with RwandAir and Ethiopian Air from South Africa to Cotonou. 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.
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,9

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,9

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
884 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,9

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Cotonou. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Located just 3,9 km from the city centre, Cotonou (COO) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cotonou from South Africa.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Cotonou?

    A quick flight from South Africa to Cotonou can take about 9h 55m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R16 034. There are 4561 km between South Africa and Cotonou. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Cotonou that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Cotonou flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Cotonou?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Cotonou.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Cotonou?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Cotonou by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Cotonou?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cotonou (average of R4 328). Flying from South Africa to Cotonou in June is currently the most expensive (average of R13 017). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from South Africa to Cotonou

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Cotonou. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 31 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RwandAirCheapestR9 874AverageR13 216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 147AverageR13 328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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