Travelling from Cotonou Airport (COO) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Dubai is three hours ahead of Cotonou and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your COO to DXB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cotonou Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between COO and DXB:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cotonou Airport (COO) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cotonou Airport to Dubai Airport flight is £371. A round-trip fare right now is £579. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from COO to DXB, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Cotonou Airport to Dubai Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from COO to DXB by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cotonou Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about Cotonou Airport (COO)
Of the departures from Cotonou Airport, 76.36% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Cotonou Airport from central Cotonou, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 4 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a convenient hotel near COO? If you've booked an early flight from Cotonou Airport to Dubai Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DXB if you have a late Cotonou Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and discover more of Dubai and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is roughly 9 miles from central Dubai. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
January is the busiest month for flights from Cotonou Airport to Dubai Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Dubai in April.
When reserving your flight from Cotonou Airport to Dubai Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from COO to DXB in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've visited Dubai, now it's time to discover more of United Arab Emirates. Journey around 14 miles north-east to Sharjah to check off its top sights. From Al majaz waterfront to Petrofac and Al Montazah Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Abu Dhabi is another sought-after destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 75 miles south-west of Dubai. No journey is complete without visiting Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.