Flying from Cotonou Airport (COO) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Cotonou Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is 40 minutes.
Cotonou and Lagos share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your COO to LOS flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Getting to Lagos (and then discovering more of Nigeria!) is a cinch with Air Peace. This popular carrier has direct flights from Cotonou Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Air Peace on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cotonou Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between COO and LOS:
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cotonou Airport (COO) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
ج.م. 16,700 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cotonou Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ج.م. 26,808. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from COO to LOS by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cotonou Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cotonou Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cotonou Airport (COO)
Of the departures from Cotonou Airport, 76.36% touch down on time at their destination.
Cotonou Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Cotonou. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near COO. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cotonou Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
If you're coming in on a late Cotonou Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near LOS:
Pick up a Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car and discover Lagos and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car and Avis are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Murtala Muhammed International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
From Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Cotonou Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Lagos. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Lagos is January, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Cotonou Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
August has average temperatures of between 23ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap tickets from COO to LOS around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Nigeria
Lagos has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Nigeria just waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres north-east of Lagos, a visit to Ibadan will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Agodi Gardens, Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower.
Port Harcourt is another sought-after destination in Nigeria and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos. No journey is complete without experiencing Port Harcourt Zoo, Bori Camp Central Mosque and Garden City Amusement Park.
