Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Cotonou Airport (COO): what you need to know
The timezone in Cotonou is UTC+1, which is four hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
To ensure you catch your MAA to COO flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Cotonou Airport. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is a top stopover on the MAA to COO route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Cotonou Airport (COO)
$941 is currently the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Cotonou Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,817. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from MAA to COO, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Cotonou Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Landing cheap flights from MAA to COO is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai Airport to Cotonou Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to Chennai Airport's on-time performance, 76.04% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near MAA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chennai Airport to Cotonou Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Cotonou Airport (COO)
Reserve a hotel near COO if you have a late Chennai Airport to Cotonou Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Cotonou Airport rental car and explore Cotonou and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Europcar and Avis are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Cotonou Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Cotonou Airport (COO) to central Cotonou
From Cotonou Airport, Cotonou is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Cotonou Airport (COO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Cotonou Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Cotonou. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Cotonou is March, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Chennai Airport to Cotonou Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAA to COO in August. Temperatures average between 23ºC and 27ºC then.
Explore more of Benin
Cotonou has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Benin just waiting to be explored. About 23 kilometres north-west of Cotonou, a trip to Abomey-Calavi will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Eglise Catholique BON PASTEUR De Djadjo, Eglise Catholique St Paul Zogbadjè and HOLY LAND PARC CALAVI.
Around 386 kilometres north of Cotonou, Djougou is another essential stop in Benin. No visit is complete without checking out Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Arrêt bus de Djougou and Grande Mosquée de Djougou.
