On this page, you can find and buy flights from Addis Ababa to Cotonou. The 4,017 km flight is operated regularly, with about 5 flights available per week.
The primary carrier on this route is Ethiopian Airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the low price calendar to find the best deals, and check how to get to the airport of departure and transfer options from Cotonou Airport in advance.
The table shows direct flights Addis Ababa → Cotonou on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 5 h 35 min. Regular flights are operated by Ethiopian Airlines. Departures from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport airports, arrivals at Cotonou Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Addis Ababa — Cotonou by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $585 in b, and the most expensive are around $990 in u. 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.
Addis Ababa → Cotonou, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $849 | high | May | $657 | low | Sep | $671 | low |
| Feb | $822 | high | Jun | $644 | low | Oct | $657 | low |
| Mar | $781 | medium | Jul | $712 | medium | Nov | $726 | medium |
| Apr | $685 | low | Aug | $794 | high | Dec | $890 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Cotonou is characterized by consistently high temperatures, peaking in February and March (around 31.8°C). The wettest period is June, with over 230 mm of precipitation and the highest number of cloudy days.
The most affordable flights are offered in November, starting $584, and in October — $593. Prices peak in April, when the cost of a flight can start $990.
January is considered the optimal time for a trip: it is one of the driest months of the year with comfortable temperatures. It is recommended to avoid flying in June due to intense tropical rains that make traveling around the region difficult.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by Ethiopian Airlines, which operates about 5 flights per week. This carrier offers both direct flights and convenient connecting routes. You can find detailed information about schedules for specific days and flight options in the interactive list of airlines below.
Flights Addis Ababa — Cotonou depart from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and arrive at Cotonou Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the points is 4,017 km. The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 4 hours 45 minutes, though the exact duration depends on the specific flight conditions.
The primary carrier on the route is Ethiopian Airlines. The airline operates about 5 regular flights per week.
The lowest prices are usually available for departures in October and November. We recommend checking current offers in the low price calendar on our page.
All flights from Addis Ababa arrive at Cotonou International Airport (COO), which is the main air gateway to Benin.
Yes, Ethiopian Airlines operates direct non-stop flights between Ethiopia and Benin according to the approved schedule.
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