On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets from Ouagadougou to Cotonou. The 794 km route connects Burkina Faso and Benin, providing efficient travel between these West African capitals.
Regular air service between the cities is operated by Air Burkina. Ticket prices vary depending on the season and booking time, so we recommend using the price dynamics chart to find the best deals and checking how to get from the airport to your destination in advance.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Ouagadougou — Cotonou by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,472 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 2,107 in F. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Ouagadougou → Cotonou, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 2,507 | high | May | AED 2,056 | low | Sep | AED 2,206 | medium |
| Feb | AED 2,006 | low | Jun | AED 2,257 | medium | Oct | AED 2,006 | low |
| Mar | AED 2,106 | medium | Jul | AED 2,608 | high | Nov | AED 1,956 | low |
| Apr | AED 2,156 | medium | Aug | AED 2,658 | high | Dec | AED 2,758 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Cotonou is characterized by consistently high temperatures, although rainfall varies significantly. January is the driest month, while the peak of the rainy season occurs in June, with up to 26 wet days per month and an average air temperature of around 28.6°C.
The lowest airfares are observed in July and August — flight prices start AED 1,505 and AED 1,472 respectively. A price peak is recorded in September, when fares rise AED 2,107.
August is the best month to fly, offering the lowest price on the route along with a slight decrease in rainfall compared to early summer. It is better to avoid September dates due to the sharp increase in ticket prices.
Direct service between the cities is provided by Air Burkina, the key carrier on this route. Departure schedules may vary depending on the season, so we recommend checking the detailed timetable and flight days in the list below to choose the best departure time. Click on the airline card to see route options and flight details.
Flights Ouagadougou — Cotonou depart from Ouagadougou International Airport and arrive at Cotonou Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
With a distance of about 794 km, the estimated travel time on a direct flight is 1 hour and 10 minutes, though the exact duration depends on the aircraft type and weather conditions.
The main carrier operating flights from Ouagadougou to Cotonou is Air Burkina (2J).
Flights arrive at Cotonou Cadjehoun International Airport (COO), which is the main gateway to Benin.
Flight prices constantly change based on demand and seat availability. You can check the current minimum prices for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
For Russian citizens, a visa is required to visit Benin, which can be applied for in advance as an e-visa or through a consulate.
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