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Cheap flights from Cotonou to South Africa from R13 989

COO — JNB
Sep 19 — Sep 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cotonou to South Africa

Tue 29/912:05 -
2 stops11h 00m
Wed 30/95:00 -
2 stops10h 25m
Deal found 19/8R13 989
Sun 6/912:50 -
1 stop14h 05m
Wed 30/922:50 -
1 stop14h 15m
Deal found 19/8R15 218
Sat 22/812:05 -
2 stops11h 00m
Mon 7/95:00 -
2 stops10h 25m
Deal found 15/8R15 267
Wed 16/912:50 -
1 stop14h 05m
Thu 17/922:50 -
1 stop14h 15m
Deal found 15/8R15 315
Tue 29/912:50 -
1 stop14h 05m
Wed 30/922:50 -
1 stop14h 15m
Deal found 19/8R15 623
Sat 22/812:50 -
1 stop14h 05m
Mon 7/922:50 -
1 stop14h 15m
Deal found 16/8R15 655
Wed 2/912:50 -
1 stop14h 05m
Wed 9/922:50 -
1 stop14h 15m
Deal found 15/8R15 930
Wed 19/812:50 -
1 stop14h 05m
Tue 6/1022:50 -
1 stop14h 15m
Deal found 16/8R16 706
Wed 19/812:50 -
1 stop14h 05m
Wed 16/922:50 -
1 stop14h 15m
Deal found 16/8R17 046
Mon 17/812:50 -
1 stop23h 10m
Fri 21/815:10 -
1 stop21h 55m
Deal found 16/8R23 127
Sun 6/912:50 -
1 stop23h 10m
Wed 30/913:50 -
1 stop23h 15m
Deal found 19/8R23 806
Thu 20/812:50 -
1 stop23h 10m
Tue 25/813:50 -
1 stop23h 15m
Deal found 16/8R23 903

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R13 989

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R13 924
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  • ASKY
  • 29/9-30/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 21h 25m total
  • Cotonou to South Africa
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CotonouJohannesburg

COO Cotonou - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

COOJNB

Cotonou

Sun 6/9

12:50-3:55

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

22:50-18:55

2 stops21h 05m

R20 070
Fastest return journey

CotonouJohannesburg

COO Cotonou - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

COOJNB

Cotonou

Sun 6/9

12:05-0:05

2 stops11h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

9:15-18:15

3 stops10h 00m

R20 507

CotonouJohannesburg

COO Cotonou - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

COOJNB

Cotonou

Mon 28/12

12:50-3:55

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/1

5:00-14:25

2 stops10h 25m

R21 412

CotonouJohannesburg

COO Cotonou - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

COOJNB

Cotonou

Mon 14/12

12:50-3:55

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/12

23:00-17:55

2 stops19h 55m

R22 447

CotonouJohannesburg

COO Cotonou - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

COOJNB

Cotonou

Wed 16/9

12:50-3:55

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

19:25-12:05

2 stops17h 40m

R22 706

CotonouJohannesburg

COO Cotonou - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

COOJNB

Cotonou

Mon 28/12

12:50-3:55

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/1

8:20-12:05

1 stop28h 45m

R23 013

CotonouCape Town

COO Cotonou - CPT Cape Town Intl

COOCPT

Cotonou

Sun 6/9

12:50-13:00

1 stop23h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

13:50-12:05

1 stop23h 15m

R23 806

CotonouCape Town

COO Cotonou - CPT Cape Town Intl

COOCPT

Cotonou

Sat 28/11

12:50-13:00

1 stop23h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/12

13:50-12:05

1 stop23h 15m

R24 436

CotonouCape Town

COO Cotonou - CPT Cape Town Intl

COOCPT

Cotonou

Sat 28/11

11:45-13:35

3 stops24h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/12

15:10-12:05

1 stop21h 55m

R25 326

CotonouCape Town

COO Cotonou - CPT Cape Town Intl

COOCPT

Cotonou

Mon 14/12

12:50-14:10

1 stop24h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 22/12

15:10-17:55

2 stops27h 45m

R28 269

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cotonou to South Africa (average of R12 081). Flying from Cotonou to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R17 887). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Ethiopian Air from Cotonou to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 032 reviews
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Crew

7,5

Comfort

7,1

Boarding

7,2

Food

6,9

Entertainment

6,7

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
1 032 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 032 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,5

Comfort

7,1

Boarding

7,2

Food

6,9

Entertainment

6,7

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to South Africa from Cotonou, you will be flying from Cotonou, which is the city’s only airport. Cotonou (COO) is located 3,9 km from the centre of Cotonou.

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

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air fly from Cotonou to South Africa in about 14h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Cotonou and South Africa is about 4561 km.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cotonou to South Africa 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 Cotonou to South Africa?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cotonou to South Africa (average of R12 081). Flying from Cotonou to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R17 887). 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 airline flying from Cotonou to South Africa

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 017AverageR12 077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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