Layover Guide
Making the most of your stopover at Cotonou Cadjehoun International Airport — hotels, city tours and transit tips.
Your COO Layover at a Glance
Inside the airport
No specific airside shops or activities are confirmed beyond basic terminal facilities — this is a small, single-terminal airport.
No airport-specific hotel is confirmed; some nearby hotels reportedly offer free pickup, but none could be confirmed by name.
Layover Duration Guide
Grab a meal, use the lounge or rest. Not enough time to clear immigration and return safely.
Explore landside facilities, duty-free and airport dining. Consider a transit hotel if you need rest.
Enough time to visit Cotonou city centre if transit visa permits. Allow 3 hrs buffer for return and re-entry.
Book a nearby hotel. You can explore Cotonou properly — consider a guided tour to maximise your time.
Hotels Near COO
Staying close to the airport? Airport hotels and transit hotels let you rest without a long transfer.
Recommended · HotelsAirport hotels, transit stays and Cotonou city centre options — free cancellation on most bookings.
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City Tours from COO
Short on time? Layover tours are designed to fit your connection window — pickup from the airport, back before your gate opens.
Recommended · ToursHalf-day and layover-specific tours with airport pickup. See the highlights of Cotonou without missing your connection.
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Practical Tips for Your COO Layover
Activate a Benin eSIM on Airalo before you travel — instant data, no SIM card queue at the airport.
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