Travelling from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Cotonou Airport (COO): what you need to know
Cotonou is five hours ahead of Toronto and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your YYZ to COO flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Cotonou Airport (COO)
Rs201,541 is the best price for a one-way Pearson International Airport to Cotonou Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs371,811. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YYZ to COO if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Pearson International Airport to Cotonou Airport.
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Handy information about Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
63.97% of flights departing from Pearson International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Pearson International Airport from central Toronto, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to YYZ? If you're boarding an early flight from Pearson International Airport to Cotonou Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cotonou Airport (COO)
If you're coming in on a late Pearson International Airport to Cotonou Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near COO:
Travel at your own speed with a Cotonou Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Europcar or Avis and experience more of Cotonou and beyond.
Booking your ride from Cotonou Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Cotonou Airport (COO) to central Cotonou
Cotonou Airport to central Cotonou has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cotonou Airport (COO)
The quietest month for a flight from Pearson International Airport to Cotonou Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Cotonou based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Cotonou is March, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Pearson International Airport to Cotonou Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from YYZ to COO in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Benin
Cotonou has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Benin waiting to be explored. About 23 kilometres north-west of Cotonou, a visit to Abomey-Calavi will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Eglise Catholique BON PASTEUR De Djadjo, Eglise Catholique St Paul Zogbadjè and HOLY LAND PARC CALAVI.
If there's time to check out another great destination 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 key highlights.
