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Cheap flights from Cotonou to South Africa from R13 470

COO — JNB
Sep 28 — Oct 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cotonou to South Africa

Thu 17/912:50 -
1 stop14h 05m
Thu 24/922:50 -
1 stop14h 15m
Deal found 24/8R14 866
Mon 7/912:50 -
1 stop14h 05m
Mon 14/922:50 -
1 stop14h 15m
Deal found 24/8R14 946
Fri 11/912:50 -
1 stop14h 05m
Fri 18/922:50 -
1 stop14h 15m
Deal found 25/8R15 316
Wed 30/912:50 -
1 stop14h 05m
Thu 15/1022:50 -
1 stop14h 15m
Deal found 24/8R15 781
Fri 2/1012:50 -
1 stop14h 05m
Mon 5/1022:50 -
1 stop14h 15m
Deal found 24/8R16 279
Wed 21/1012:50 -
1 stop14h 05m
Sat 21/1123:00 -
1 stop14h 05m
Deal found 27/8R16 712
Thu 10/912:50 -
1 stop14h 05m
Mon 14/922:50 -
1 stop14h 15m
Deal found 27/8R17 419
Thu 10/912:05 -
2 stops11h 00m
Mon 14/922:50 -
1 stop14h 15m
Deal found 27/8R19 137
Fri 11/911:00 -
2 stops8h 30m
Fri 18/95:00 -
2 stops10h 25m
Deal found 25/8R19 361
Fri 2/1011:00 -
2 stops8h 30m
Mon 5/105:00 -
2 stops10h 25m
Deal found 24/8R19 538
Mon 7/912:50 -
1 stop14h 05m
Mon 14/95:00 -
2 stops10h 25m
Deal found 24/8R19 699
Tue 1/912:50 -
1 stop23h 40m
Mon 7/913:50 -
1 stop23h 15m
Deal found 28/8R23 712

Find flight deals from Cotonou to South Africa

Round-trip from

R14 866

One-way from

R13 470

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R13 823
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 17/9-24/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 20m total
  • Cotonou to South Africa
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1/11
  • 1/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 28h 05m total
  • Cotonou to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R13 380 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 484 potential savings vs. average return price).
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CotonouJohannesburg

COO Cotonou - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

COOJNB

Cotonou

Fri 11/9

12:50-3:55

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

22:50-12:05

1 stop14h 15m

R15 316
Fastest return journey

CotonouJohannesburg

COO Cotonou - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

COOJNB

Cotonou

Fri 11/9

11:00-20:30

2 stops8h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

5:00-14:25

2 stops10h 25m

R19 361

CotonouJohannesburg

COO Cotonou - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

COOJNB

Cotonou

Wed 21/10

12:50-3:55

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

23:00-18:55

2 stops20h 55m

R20 453

CotonouJohannesburg

COO Cotonou - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

COOJNB

Cotonou

Thu 10/9

11:45-10:55

2 stops22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

17:00-18:55

2 stops26h 55m

R20 453

CotonouJohannesburg

COO Cotonou - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

COOJNB

Cotonou

Thu 17/9

12:05-0:05

2 stops11h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

13:30-21:20

2 stops32h 50m

R20 710

CotonouJohannesburg

COO Cotonou - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

COOJNB

Cotonou

Wed 30/9

12:50-0:05

3 stops34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

22:50-12:05

1 stop14h 15m

R22 187

CotonouCape Town

COO Cotonou - CPT Cape Town Intl

COOCPT

Cotonou

Mon 21/9

12:50-14:10

1 stop24h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

13:50-12:05

1 stop23h 15m

R23 792

CotonouJohannesburg

COO Cotonou - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

COOJNB

Cotonou

Wed 21/10

22:20-9:40

3 stops34h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

13:30-23:40

2 stops35h 10m

R24 515

CotonouCape Town

COO Cotonou - CPT Cape Town Intl

COOCPT

Cotonou

Mon 16/11

12:50-13:00

1 stop23h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/11

15:10-17:55

2 stops27h 45m

R25 205

CotonouCape Town

COO Cotonou - CPT Cape Town Intl

COOCPT

Cotonou

Sun 15/11

0:40-12:05

2 stops34h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/11

18:25-23:40

2 stops54h 15m

R28 079

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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 R11 993). Flying from Cotonou to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R17 756). 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
1 034 reviews
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Boarding

7,2

Food

6,9

Comfort

7,1

Overall

7,2

Crew

7,5

Entertainment

6,7

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
1 034 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 034 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,2

Food

6,9

Comfort

7,1

Overall

7,2

Crew

7,5

Entertainment

6,7

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 R11 993). Flying from Cotonou to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R17 756). 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 AirCheapestR11 929AverageR11 988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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