Direct (nonstop) flights from Cotonou to Lagos

3 airlines fly nonstop from Cotonou Cadjehoun (COO) to Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS). It's 66 miles (106 km), about 30m in the air. Operated by Afrijet, ASKY Airlines, ValueJet.

COO
Cotonou Cadjehoun
🇧🇯 Cotonou, Benin
LOS
Lagos Murtala Muhammed
🇳🇬 Lagos, Nigeria
Flight Time
30m
Distance
66 mi
106 km
CO₂/pax
12 kg
−55 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Afrijet +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Afrijet Afrijet ASKY Airlines ASKY Airlines ValueJet ValueJet

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Afrijet J7 Afrijet
Route
COO → LOS
Flight Time
30m
Distance
66 mi
ASKY Airlines KP ASKY Airlines
Route
COO → LOS
Flight Time
30m
Distance
66 mi
ValueJet VK ValueJet
Route
COO → LOS
Flight Time
30m
Distance
66 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Cotonou to Lagos with one stop · direct emits 12 kg CO₂ per passenger

COO LFW (Lome) LOS
Leg 1: 40m (79 mi) Leg 2: 1h (145 mi) Total: ~1h 40m 🍃 67 kg CO₂ (+458% vs. direct)
Leg 1
COO → LFW
40m · 79 mi
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Leg 2
LFW → LOS
1h · 145 mi
View LFW to LOS flights →
COO LOS (Lagos) LOS
Leg 1: 30m (66 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (0 mi) Total: ~1h 45m 🍃 37 kg CO₂ (+208% vs. direct)
Leg 1
COO → LOS
30m · 66 mi
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Leg 2
LOS → LOS
1h 15m · 0 mi
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COO ACC (Accra) LOS
Leg 1: 1h 5m (183 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (249 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 105 kg CO₂ (+775% vs. direct)
Leg 1
COO → ACC
1h 5m · 183 mi
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Leg 2
ACC → LOS
1h 5m · 249 mi
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COO SSG (Malabo) LOS
Leg 1: 1h 20m (471 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (419 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 190 kg CO₂ (+1483% vs. direct)
Leg 1
COO → SSG
1h 20m · 471 mi
View COO to SSG flights →
Leg 2
SSG → LOS
1h 25m · 419 mi
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COO DLA (Douala) LOS
Leg 1: 1h 30m (530 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (474 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 211 kg CO₂ (+1658% vs. direct)
Leg 1
COO → DLA
1h 30m · 530 mi
View COO to DLA flights →
Leg 2
DLA → LOS
1h 30m · 474 mi
View DLA to LOS flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Cotonou to Lagos?

A nonstop flight from Cotonou (COO) to Lagos (LOS) takes approximately 0 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 66 miles (106 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Cotonou to Lagos?

3 airlines: Afrijet, ASKY Airlines, ValueJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Cotonou to Lagos?

Yes. 3 airlines: Afrijet, ASKY Airlines, ValueJet.

How far is Cotonou from Lagos?

The flight distance from Cotonou to Lagos is 66 miles (106 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Cotonou to Lagos?

At 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Benin to Nigeria?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Nigeria embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Cotonou to Lagos?

Roughly 12 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 60 km.

Is the return flight from Lagos to Cotonou also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cotonou to Lagos?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Cotonou Cadjehoun for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.