Flying from Ouagadougou International Airport (OUA) to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Ouagadougou International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Ouagadougou and Abidjan share the UTC+0 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Flights from OUA to ABJ start from 00:10 — the earliest with Airhub Airlines. The last departure is at 20:05 with Tunisair. In total, there are 19 weekly Ouagadougou International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport flights.
Your OUA to ABJ flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
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 of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
There are plenty of direct flights from Ouagadougou International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to choose from. When planning your Abidjan journey, these airlines can fly you nonstop to this unmissable part of Ivory Coast:
Air Burkina is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Among carriers operating OUA to ABJ flights, Tunisair has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ouagadougou International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between OUA and ABJ:
Blaise Diagne International Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Kotoka International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ouagadougou International Airport (OUA) to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
Right now, R 5,034 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ouagadougou International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 9,397. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from OUA to ABJ by booking at least one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Ouagadougou International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from OUA to ABJ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Ouagadougou International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport.
Handy information about Ouagadougou International Airport (OUA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ouagadougou International Airport, 65.59% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Ouagadougou International Airport is around 2 kilometres from central Ouagadougou. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Ouagadougou International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to OUA:
Arriving at Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
Consider staying in a hotel near ABJ if you're on a late Ouagadougou International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport rental car and discover Abidjan and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Avis and Green Motion are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport around four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to central Abidjan
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Abidjan. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Ouagadougou International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Abidjan based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Ouagadougou International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Abidjan, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
August has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from OUA to ABJ around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ivory Coast
Abidjan has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Ivory Coast waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres north-west of Abidjan, a trip to Bouake will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Cathedral Saint Michel, NOUVEAU SAKABO and Douane Garden.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Ivory Coast, head for Korhogo, roughly 483 kilometres north of Abidjan. EGLISE VASES D’HONNEUR KORHOGO ASSEMBLÉE GRÂCE SURABONDANTE, Lieu de fabrication du balafon and Place de l'indépendance de korhogo are highlights.
