Flying from Abidjan Airport (ABJ) to Douala Airport (DLA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Abidjan Airport to Douala Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Douala's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Douala one hour ahead of Abidjan.
Every week, there are four Abidjan Airport to Douala Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ABJ to DLA flight.
During popular months such as December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Flying into Douala (and then discovering more of Cameroon!) is easy with Kenya Airways. This popular airline offers direct flights from Abidjan Airport to Douala Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Kenya Airways.
Kenya Airways is the most punctual carrier that offers ABJ to DLA flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Abidjan Airport to Douala Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between ABJ and DLA:
Istanbul Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
Cotonou Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abidjan Airport (ABJ) to Douala Airport (DLA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Abidjan Airport to Douala Airport flight is $719. A return ticket right now is $1,495. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from ABJ to DLA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Abidjan Airport to Douala Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ABJ to DLA.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Abidjan Airport to Douala Airport.
Handy information about Abidjan Airport (ABJ)
When it comes to Abidjan Airport's on-time performance, 60% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Abidjan Airport from central Abidjan, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Abidjan Airport to Douala Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ABJ:
Arriving at Douala Airport (DLA)
If you're arriving on a late Abidjan Airport to Douala Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near DLA:
Go beyond Douala and check out places that don't make every travel guide with your own wheels. You can pick up a Douala Airport rental car from Avis.
To get the best possible deal, reserve your vehicle from Douala Airport several weeks in advance. Rates generally rise closer to your departure date.
Getting from Douala Airport (DLA) to central Douala
From Douala Airport, Douala is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Douala Airport (DLA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Abidjan Airport to Douala Airport. December is the most popular month to head to Douala. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Douala is February, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Abidjan Airport to Douala Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ABJ to DLA in August. Temperatures average between 22ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Cameroon
Douala has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Cameroon you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres east of Douala, a visit to Yaounde will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Mvog-Betsi Botanical Zoological Garden, Mont MESSEBE and Independence Square.
Bamenda is another standout destination in Cameroon and is around 209 kilometres north of Douala. No trip is complete without visiting St Joseph's Metropolitan Cathedral, Universal Amusement PARK and Sisia Waterfalls.
