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Benin's primary international gateway on the Atlantic coast.
Opened
1958
Location
Cotonou, Benin
Cotonou Cadjehoun International Airport (IATA: COO, ICAO: DBBB) is the main international airport serving Cotonou, the economic capital and largest city of Benin. It is located approximately 7 kilometers from the city center, situated close to the Gulf of Guinea coastline.
The airport handles the majority of Benin's international air traffic and serves as a hub for regional connectivity across West Africa. It has undergone various infrastructure improvements over the years to accommodate growing passenger demand.
Due to its strategic location in West Africa, the airport connects Benin to major hubs in Europe and across the African continent, playing a critical role in the country's trade and tourism sectors.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both international and domestic flights.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options between the airport and Cotonou city center include taxis, motorcycle taxis (zemidjans), and car rental services, with no formal rail or bus rapid transit link.
Airlines here
Major airlines serving Cotonou include Air France, Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, Royal Air Maroc, ASKY Airlines, and Air Côte d'Ivoire.
Notable facts
- ›Located approximately 7 km from the center of Cotonou, Benin's economic capital.
- ›The airport sits very close to the Gulf of Guinea coastline, influencing its operational environment.
- ›ASKY Airlines uses Cotonou as one of its West African network destinations, connecting to its Lomé hub.
- ›The airport's short runway length has historically limited the size of aircraft that can operate there.
- ›Benin does not have a second significant commercial airport, making Cadjehoun the sole major gateway for the country.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
