Flying from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Cotonou Airport (COO): what you need to know
Cotonou's timezone is UTC+1, making Cotonou five hours ahead of Montreal.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your YUL to COO flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Cotonou Airport (COO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Cotonou Airport flight is Rs227,238. A round-trip fare right now is Rs270,096. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YUL to COO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Cotonou Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from YUL to COO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Cotonou Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
YUL's address is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 2 hours 15 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near YUL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Cotonou Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Cotonou Airport (COO)
Reserve a hotel near COO if you're catching a late Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Cotonou Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cotonou Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Europcar or Avis and explore beyond Cotonou's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Cotonou Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Cotonou Airport (COO) to central Cotonou
Cotonou Airport to the centre of Cotonou has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cotonou Airport (COO)
June is the busiest month for flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Cotonou Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Cotonou in February.
When booking your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Cotonou Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Cotonou, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from YUL to COO in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Benin
Abomey-Calavi is just one of the many places in Benin waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cotonou. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Eglise Catholique BON PASTEUR De Djadjo, Eglise Catholique St Paul Zogbadjè and HOLY LAND PARC CALAVI.
If you want to check out another major stop in Benin, head for Djougou, roughly 386 kilometres north of Cotonou. Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Arrêt bus de Djougou and Grande Mosquée de Djougou are among its highlights.
