Flying from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Cotonou Airport (COO): what you need to know
Cotonou's timezone is UTC+1, making Cotonou four hours 30 minutes behind Mumbai.
Leave plenty of time to catch your BOM to COO flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Cotonou Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BOM and COO:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Cotonou Airport (COO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Cotonou Airport flight is R 9,274. A return ticket right now is R 20,997. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BOM to COO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Cotonou Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Cotonou Airport.
Handy information about Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
When it comes to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport's on-time performance, 61.63% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport from central Mumbai, it takes about 40 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near BOM. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Cotonou Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Cotonou Airport (COO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Cotonou Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near COO instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Cotonou Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Europcar or Avis and discover more of Cotonou and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Cotonou Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Cotonou Airport (COO) to central Cotonou
Cotonou Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Cotonou. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Cotonou Airport (COO)
June is the most popular month for flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Cotonou Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Cotonou in February.
Book your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Cotonou Airport for March if you'd like to visit Cotonou during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BOM to COO in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Benin
Abomey-Calavi is just one of the many places in Benin waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Cotonou. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include 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.
