How to find cheap flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Benin
Book a return flight from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Benin from $2,253, the cheapest price currently available.
You'll be travelling from DUB into Cotonou in Cotonou with that fare.
For one-way travel, the lowest price right now is $1,442.
Why not let the lowest fares decide where you jet off to next? Select 'Benin' in the 'To' field to find the cheapest deals by city.
Benin has one international airport you can touch down at.
Select 'Add nearby airports' to expand your search and compare prices across all airports close to both your origin and destination cities.
For a cheaper fare, try to book about five months before you travel. If your trip coincides with a busy period, it's worth booking even earlier.
Stay ahead of fare changes by creating a Price Alert. Download the Skyscanner app (if you haven't already) to get instant updates.
Best time to fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Benin
If budget is a priority, November is usually the cheapest month to hop on a flight from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Benin, with prices starting at $2,253.
Midweek travel can often work out better for your budget. Fares are generally lower on Tuesdays and Wednesdays compared to the rest of the week.
August, September and October mark the busiest months to fly to Benin, with August the most popular of the three. You can expect to pay higher fares at this time.
If you want a more leisurely pace, April, May and June are the least popular months to fly. June is the quietest month, making cheaper tickets easier to find.
Popular places to visit in Benin
Once you've locked in your Dublin to Benin flights, it's time to start planning your trip.
Cotonou
Located in Littoral Department, this city is one of the top destinations for flights departing Dublin Airport for Benin. Kick off your sightseeing at unmissable attractions like Fidjrosse Beach, Dantokpa Market and OCBN Graffiti Wall.
Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport (COO) handles the majority of international flights into Cotonou.
When it's time to find your perfect base, browse the selection of hotels in Cotonou.
Abomey-Calavi
A big-name draw in this Atlantique Department city is HOLY LAND PARC CALAVI.
The same magic that powers our flight search can also help you find the most competitive room rates around. Use it to compare availability and prices across hotels in Abomey-Calavi.
Djougou
A top attraction to cross off while you're in this corner of Donga Department is Cathedral of the Sacred Heart.
Whether you're stopping over or staying a while, hotels in Djougou offer options for every kind of trip.
Visiting Benin for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can vary depending on your passport and travel plans, so check before you go. Official embassy sites and airlines will have reliable advice on visas or other documents you may need.
The population of Benin is estimated at around 14 million. Porto-Novo is the capital.
Time is consistent across this destination, with one standard time zone fixed at UTC+1.
March is one of the warmest months in Benin, with average high temperatures of up to 38ºC.
Temperatures are often coolest around January, when average low temperatures drop to 19ºC. Check the weather conditions before you head off.
December is generally the driest month, while August is the wettest.
Want to time your trip with something big? Well-known events worth planning around include the Voodoo Festival, the International Festival of Benin Theatre and the Benin International Arts Festival.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
Locked in that cheap flight from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Benin? Now decide where you'll stay and how you'll travel around. Explore the range of hotels in Benin and filter your search by location, star rating and more. Also browse the car rental options in Benin and choose from pickup points in cities or at airports.
