Travelling from Cotonou Airport (COO) to Douala Airport (DLA): what you need to know
Cotonou and Douala share the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your COO to DLA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Air Senegal is your gateway to exploring Douala (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Cameroon!). Browse the direct flights from Cotonou Airport to Douala Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Air Senegal on this route.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cotonou Airport to Douala Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between COO and DLA:
Libreville Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cotonou Airport (COO) to Douala Airport (DLA)
Rs97,852 is the lowest price for a one-way Cotonou Airport to Douala Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs177,825. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from COO to DLA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Cotonou Airport to Douala Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from COO to DLA.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cotonou Airport to Douala Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cotonou Airport (COO)
Of all flights departing from Cotonou Airport, 76.36% arrive on time at their destination.
Cotonou Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Cotonou. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near COO. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cotonou Airport to Douala Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Douala Airport (DLA)
Consider booking a hotel close to DLA if you have a late Cotonou Airport to Douala Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go beyond Douala and explore places that usually fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Douala Airport rental car from Avis.
Reserve your vehicle from Douala Airport at least a few weeks ahead to get the best possible rate. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Douala Airport (DLA) to central Douala
Douala Airport to central Douala has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When to fly to Douala Airport (DLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Cotonou Airport to Douala Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Douala based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Douala is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Cotonou Airport to Douala Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from COO to DLA sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Cameroon
Yaounde is just one of the many places in Cameroon waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Douala. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include National Museum of Yaounde (Le Musee National de Yaounde), Mvog-Betsi Zoo and Benedictine Museum of Mont-Febe.
Around 209 kilometres north of Douala, Bamenda is another favourite stop in Cameroon. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mile 1 junction upstation, Sisia Waterfalls and Mile 4 park.
