Flying from Washington DC to Cotonou Airport (COO): What you need to know
When looking for your flight from Washington DC to Cotonou Airport (COO), there's a good selection of airports you can take off from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are Washington DC's major terminals.
Cotonou is five hours ahead of Washington DC. Cotonou Airport is located in Cotonou, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Washington DC to COO.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Washington DC to Cotonou Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% arrive on time at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Split up your flight from Washington DC to Cotonou Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and COO are:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You can arrive at IAD from the centre of Washington DC in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to COO flight:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 74.39%. This figure highlights how often flights that depart from this airport arrive on time.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 50 minutes to arrive by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Washington DC to Cotonou Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77.13%. In other words, that's how often flights that depart this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Cotonou Airport (COO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to Cotonou Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near COO instead:
Pick up a Cotonou Airport rental car and explore Cotonou and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Europcar and Avis are well-known companies you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Cotonou Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Cotonou Airport (COO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Cotonou Airport is R 13,101. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 19,303. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Washington DC to COO, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Cotonou Airport (COO)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Cotonou. June is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Cotonou Airport (COO), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Washington DC to COO plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Cotonou, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Cotonou Airport in August when temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Cotonou
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Cotonou right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Washington DC to Cotonou Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Havana beach, Fidjrosse Beach and Dantokpa Market are essential stops on your Cotonou itinerary.
Explore more of Benin
Cotonou has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Benin you'll want to see. About 97 kilometres north of Cotonou, a trip to Bohicon will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Grand Temple vaudou AZIZAHE : amour, chance, richesse, mystères vaudou, Maître vaudou Gonou, Saint François D'Assise and Église immaculée conception.
Around 105 kilometres north-west of Cotonou, Abomey is another favourite stop in Benin. Experience major highlights starting with Royal Palaces of Abomey, Exhibition of the King Béhanzin in his Royal Palace and Palais des rois d'Abomey.
