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Flights from Bujumbura to Cotonou

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Distance: 3,177 km
Bujumbura airports
Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)How far from city centre: 7 km
Cotonou airports
Cadjehoun Airport (COO)How far from city centre: 6 km

Book your flight from Bujumbura to Cotonou

Find direct and indirect flights from Bujumbura to Cotonou (Benin) with eDreams. Once you have your results, sort them by schedule or price and book the option that best suits your plans.

A direct flight from Bujumbura to Cotonou takes around 8 h and 20 m, while indirect flights will take longer.

Airports and airlines connecting Bujumbura and Cotonou

Knowing where you set off from and where you arrive helps you organise your journey better. Consider the available airports and compare the different airlines operating on this route.

  • Departure airport: Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)
  • Arrival airport: Cadjehoun Airport (COO)

Weather in Cotonou

The best time to visit may depend on your preferred climate. In Cotonou, the average temperature floats around 38ºC in the warmest months and 26ºC in the coldest ones. Keep this in mind when packing and planning any outdoor activities.

  • Highs: up to 39ºC
  • Lows: down to 26ºC
  • Hottest month: October
  • Coldest month: July
  • Driest month: January
  • Wettest month: June

How to save when flying from Bujumbura to Cotonou

A few tips for finding cheaper flights from Bujumbura to Cotonou:

  • Flexible dates: compare fares for two or three different departure days. Leaving a day earlier or later can make a noticeable difference to the price.
  • Baggage allowance: check what each fare includes before you book, so you aren't caught out by extra charges at the airport.
  • Airports on your route: confirm which airports you depart from and land at, especially if the city has more than one. This will help you plan your transfer and work out the total cost of getting around.

Looking for a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine both in one booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Cotonou. You can also save on a hire car by including it with your booking.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Bujumbura to Cotonou

On average, what is the price of a Bujumbura to Cotonou flight?
When flying from Bujumbura to Cotonou the average price will be €1001. However, this price is dependant on several other factors like seasonality or the time in advance taken when booking the route.
For flights from Bujumbura to Cotonou, how can I find the cheapest price?
On eDreams we use machine learning to find the most economical flight between Bujumbura and Cotonou. By taking into account the combinations of airlines, stopovers, direct flights as well as the various criteria for the journeys, our search engine allows us to offer our customers the best price under the best conditions.
When booking, when is the best time to do so in order to get the best prices for Bujumbura to Cotonou flights?
The most popular month for flights from Bujumbura to Cotonou are: September, October and January.
When is the best time to travel from Bujumbura to Cotonou?
A good period of the year to visit Cotonou from Bujumbura really depends on lots of personal preferences, price being one of the main criteria When it comes to popularity, December is the best month to fly to Cotonou from Bujumbura, basedd on searches from our customers, followed by October and February. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds February, December and October are the months with fewer searches for the route Bujumbura -  Cotonou.
What is the duration of a flight from Bujumbura to Cotonou?
Flight time, on average, from Bujumbura to Cotonou is usually 8 h and 20 m on average, at an average distance of 3,177.47 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Cotonou compared to Bujumbura?
The average temperature in Bujumbura is 24º degrees in summer. Cotonou reaches 34º during the hot season. In winter, however, temperatures are around 29º degrees in Cotonou, compared to the 24º average degrees in Bujumbura.

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