Travelling from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Cotonou Airport (COO): what you need to know
Cotonou is five hours ahead of Atlanta and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Your ATL to COO flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Cotonou Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between ATL and COO include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Cotonou Airport (COO)
$1,329 is the best price for a one-way Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Cotonou Airport flight. A return flight starts at $2,516. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ATL to COO if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Cotonou Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Cotonou Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Of the departures from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, 76.64% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport from central Atlanta, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Cotonou Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to ATL:
Arriving at Cotonou Airport (COO)
Consider booking a hotel near COO if you're catching a late Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Cotonou Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Cotonou Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Europcar or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cotonou and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Cotonou Airport about three weeks before your trip.
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 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cotonou Airport (COO)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Cotonou Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Cotonou. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Cotonou Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Cotonou, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ATL to COO in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Benin
You've seen Cotonou, now it's time to explore more of Benin. Travel around 23 kilometres north-west to Abomey-Calavi to tick off its leading attractions. From Eglise Catholique BON PASTEUR De Djadjo to Eglise Catholique St Paul Zogbadjè and HOLY LAND PARC CALAVI, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another major stop in Benin, head for Djougou, roughly 386 kilometres north of Cotonou. Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Arrêt bus de Djougou and Grande Mosquée de Djougou are key highlights.
