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Cheap flights from Cotonou to South Africa from R7 040

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
COO — JNB
May 10 — May 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cotonou to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cotonou to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 April 2026.

Thu 23/418:45
COO
-
JNB
1 stop24h 15m
Afrijet
Wed 29/49:15
JNB
-
COO
1 stop9h 30m
Afrijet
Deal found 7/4R11 880
Thu 7/512:05
COO
-
JNB
2 stops11h 00m
ASKY
Thu 28/55:30
JNB
-
COO
2 stops9h 55m
ASKY
Deal found 7/4R12 586
Tue 13/1012:05
COO
-
JNB
2 stops11h 00m
ASKY
Mon 19/105:30
JNB
-
COO
2 stops9h 55m
ASKY
Deal found 5/4R12 734
Tue 30/612:05
COO
-
JNB
2 stops11h 00m
ASKY
Fri 10/75:30
JNB
-
COO
2 stops9h 55m
ASKY
Deal found 7/4R12 766
Sun 11/1012:05
COO
-
JNB
2 stops11h 00m
ASKY
Fri 23/105:30
JNB
-
COO
2 stops9h 55m
ASKY
Deal found 5/4R13 242
Sun 28/612:05
COO
-
JNB
2 stops11h 00m
ASKY
Thu 9/75:30
JNB
-
COO
2 stops9h 55m
ASKY
Deal found 7/4R13 259
Thu 16/412:05
COO
-
JNB
2 stops11h 00m
ASKY
Mon 20/45:30
JNB
-
COO
2 stops9h 55m
ASKY
Deal found 7/4R13 357
Thu 23/412:05
COO
-
JNB
2 stops11h 00m
ASKY
Mon 27/45:30
JNB
-
COO
2 stops9h 55m
ASKY
Deal found 8/4R13 374
Wed 19/812:05
COO
-
JNB
2 stops11h 00m
ASKY
Wed 16/95:30
JNB
-
COO
2 stops9h 55m
ASKY
Deal found 7/4R13 390
Thu 21/511:45
COO
-
CPT
2 stops49h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 28/513:50
CPT
-
COO
1 stop23h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/4R25 139
Thu 21/513:30
COO
-
CPT
2 stops21h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/55:45
CPT
-
COO
3 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4R28 388

Find flight deals from Cotonou to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cotonou to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 10 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 880

One-way from

R7 040

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R12 373
Afrijet
  • Afrijet
  • 23/4-29/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 45m total
  • Cotonou to South Africa
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Afrijet
  • Afrijet
  • 30/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 15m total
  • Cotonou to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R23 009 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 477 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

CotonouJohannesburg

COO - JNB

COOJNB

Cotonou

Thu 23/4

12:05-0:05

2 stops11h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

5:30-14:25

2 stops9h 55m

R13 374

CotonouJohannesburg

COO - JNB

COOJNB

Cotonou

Sat 22/8

12:05-0:05

2 stops11h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

5:30-14:25

2 stops9h 55m

R13 948

CotonouJohannesburg

COO - JNB

COOJNB

Cotonou

Wed 19/8

13:30-3:55

1 stop13h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

17:40-18:25

2 stops25h 45m

R17 016

CotonouJohannesburg

COO - JNB

COOJNB

Cotonou

Sat 22/8

13:30-3:55

1 stop13h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

22:50-12:15

1 stop14h 25m

R17 492

CotonouJohannesburg

COO - JNB

COOJNB

Cotonou

Thu 4/6

13:30-3:55

1 stop13h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

22:50-12:15

1 stop14h 25m

R18 707

CotonouCape Town

COO - CPT

COOCPT

Cotonou

Thu 21/5

11:45-14:35

2 stops49h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

13:50-12:15

1 stop23h 25m

R25 139
Cheapest one-way

CotonouJohannesburg

COO - JNB

COOJNB

Cotonou

Thu 30/4

18:45-20:00

1 stop24h 15m

R7 040
Fastest single journey

CotonouJohannesburg

COO - JNB

COOJNB

Cotonou

Thu 23/4

12:05-0:05

2 stops11h 00m

R9 074

CotonouJohannesburg

COO - JNB

COOJNB

Cotonou

Thu 30/4

12:05-0:05

2 stops11h 00m

R9 206

CotonouJohannesburg

COO - JNB

COOJNB

Cotonou

Sun 19/4

12:05-0:05

2 stops11h 00m

R9 714

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Deals found on 9/4

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Best time to book a flight from Cotonou to South Africa

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cotonou to South Africa (average of R10 305). Flying from Cotonou to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R16 344). 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 10 April 2026.
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
1 001 reviews
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Crew

7,6

Entertainment

6,7

Food

6,9

Boarding

7,2

Overall

7,2

Comfort

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Ayinpatel,Apr 2026

ADD - JNB

Comfort was very bad, seats are tight, seats didnt recliner , broken seats, entertainment system old outdated, old movies last 4 months same old same, many empty spaces but terrible seating arrangements
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 001 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 001 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,6

Entertainment

6,7

Food

6,9

Boarding

7,2

Overall

7,2

Comfort

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Ayinpatel,Apr 2026

ADD - JNB

Comfort was very bad, seats are tight, seats didnt recliner , broken seats, entertainment system old outdated, old movies last 4 months same old same, many empty spaces but terrible seating arrangements

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 ASKY and Ethiopian Air fly from Cotonou to South Africa in about 11h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 25m. The distance between Cotonou and South Africa is about 4561 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cotonou to South Africa (average of R10 305). Flying from Cotonou to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R16 344). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 193AverageR12 253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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