Flying from Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) to Cotonou Airport (COO): what you need to know
The timezone in Cotonou is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Nouakchott.
To ensure you get on your NKC to COO flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Nouakchott International Airport to Cotonou Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between NKC and COO:
Blaise Diagne International Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) to Cotonou Airport (COO)
Right now, £426 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Nouakchott International Airport to Cotonou Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £835. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from NKC to COO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Nouakchott International Airport to Cotonou Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from NKC to COO.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Nouakchott International Airport to Cotonou Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Nouakchott International Airport (NKC)
When it comes to Nouakchott International Airport's on-time performance, 58.12% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Nouakchott International Airport from central Nouakchott, it'll take around 55 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 25 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Arriving at Cotonou Airport (COO)
Consider staying in a hotel near COO if you're on a late Nouakchott International Airport to Cotonou Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Cotonou Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Europcar or Avis and experience more of Cotonou and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Cotonou Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
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 4 miles away.
When to fly to Cotonou Airport (COO)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Nouakchott International Airport to Cotonou Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Cotonou. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Cotonou is March, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Nouakchott International Airport to Cotonou Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NKC to COO in August. Average temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Benin
You've done Cotonou, now it's time to explore other parts of Benin. Journey about 14 miles north-west to Abomey-Calavi to check off its top attractions. From Eglise Catholique BON PASTEUR De Djadjo to Eglise Catholique St Paul Zogbadjè and HOLY LAND PARC CALAVI, your itinerary will be busy.
Djougou is another well-known destination in Benin and is around 240 miles north of Cotonou. No trip is complete without experiencing Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Arrêt bus de Djougou and Grande Mosquée de Djougou.
