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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cotonou from R7 925

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 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — COO
Jun 15 — Jun 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Cotonou

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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 16 May 2026.

Thu 28/522:50
JNB
-
COO
1 stop14h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 1/613:30
COO
-
JNB
1 stop13h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R15 183
Sun 28/622:50
JNB
-
COO
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/712:05
COO
-
JNB
2 stops11h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R16 117
Thu 28/513:50
CPT
-
COO
1 stop23h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 31/513:30
COO
-
CPT
1 stop23h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 14/5R16 751
Sun 28/622:50
JNB
-
COO
1 stop14h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 5/713:30
COO
-
JNB
1 stop29h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/5R16 851
Mon 29/622:50
JNB
-
COO
1 stop14h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 6/713:30
COO
-
JNB
1 stop13h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R17 652
Fri 29/515:10
CPT
-
COO
1 stop22h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 2/613:30
COO
-
CPT
1 stop23h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 14/5R17 702
Thu 28/515:10
CPT
-
COO
2 stops24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/513:30
COO
-
CPT
1 stop22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5R19 654

Find 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 16 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 183

One-way from

R7 925

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R12 463
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 28/5-1/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 50m total
  • South Africa to Cotonou
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ASKY
  • ASKY
  • 29/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 9h 55m total
  • South Africa to Cotonou
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R21 694 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 700 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

22:50-12:15

1 stop14h 25m

Cotonou

Mon 1/6

13:30-3:55

1 stop13h 25m

R15 183

Cape TownCotonou

CPT - COO

CPTCOO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

13:50-12:15

1 stop23h 25m

Cotonou

Sun 31/5

13:30-14:10

1 stop23h 40m

R16 751

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

22:50-12:15

1 stop14h 25m

Cotonou

Mon 6/7

13:30-3:55

1 stop13h 25m

R17 652

Cape TownCotonou

CPT - COO

CPTCOO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

15:10-12:15

1 stop22h 05m

Cotonou

Tue 2/6

13:30-14:10

1 stop23h 40m

R17 702
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/6

5:30-14:25

2 stops9h 55m

Cotonou

Sun 5/7

12:05-0:05

2 stops11h 00m

R19 204

Cape TownCotonou

CPT - COO

CPTCOO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

15:10-14:25

2 stops24h 15m

Cotonou

Sun 31/5

13:30-13:00

1 stop22h 30m

R19 654
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

5:30-14:25

2 stops9h 55m

R7 925

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

22:50-12:15

1 stop14h 25m

R11 129

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

5:30-11:30

3 stops31h 00m

R11 295

JohannesburgCotonou

JNB - COO

JNBCOO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

18:00-21:15

1 stop28h 15m

R16 901

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Deals found on 14/5

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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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cotonou (average of R10 428). Flying from South Africa to Cotonou in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 114). 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 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 16 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with 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.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
999 reviews
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Comfort

7,1

Crew

7,6

Boarding

7,2

Food

6,9

Overall

7,2

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
999 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
999 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,1

Crew

7,6

Boarding

7,2

Food

6,9

Overall

7,2

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

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 14h 25m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R15 183. There are 4561 km between South Africa and Cotonou.

  • 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cotonou (average of R10 428). Flying from South Africa to Cotonou in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 114). 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 AirCheapestR10 742AverageR12 722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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