Cotonou Airport Guide

sleeping in cotonou airport — (photo courtesy of kmoulus / August 2013)

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Cotonou Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

they mark all over your luggage with white chalk….they are just trying to look official I think! – Peter K

COO Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport.

What to Expect

Cotonou Airport (code: COO) has a small terminal that serves domestic and international routes. Facilities are minimal, and we are unable to confirm specific eateries or shops and power outlets seem to be in short supply. WiFi is available in the airport lounge, which economy class passengers can pay to enter. See Airport Lounges in the guide below for location and access information.

Cotonou Airport guide — (photo courtesy of kmoulus / 02Aug2013)

Sleeping in Cotonou Airport

According to past reviews, there’s enough seating for everyone. For uninterrupted sleep, nearby hotels offer shuttle service. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.

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Airport Hours

As of this update, we cannot confirm the airport’s hours of operation. We recommend reading a few reviews before deciding to sleep in the airport overnight. If you know the airport hours, click here to update this airport guide.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Cotonou Airport:

Nobila Airport Hotel (0.2 mi / 0.3 km) Mid-range hotel. Airport shuttle and day rooms are available.
Novotel Orisha Cotonou (1.1 mi / 1.8 km) Upscale hotel.
Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa (1.2 mi / 1.9 km) Luxury hotel.
Ibis Cotonou (1.2 mi / 1.9 km) Mid-range hotel.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there is a lounge that you can enter by paying at the door or through a lounge membership program.

AHS Business Class Lounge – Location: Airside, Main Terminal, after Border Control. Hours: varied. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Lounge membership programs • Credit card rewards programs • Airline/premium cabin invitations as applicable.
Salon Plus Depart – Location: Airside, Main Terminal. Hours: open 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Lounge membership programs • Credit card rewards programs • Airline/premium cabin invitations as applicable.
Salon Plus Arrivee – Location: Airside, Arrivals Hall. Hours: 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Lounge membership programs • Credit card rewards programs • Airline/premium cabin invitations as applicable.

Drinking Water

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Food & Drinks

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Luggage Storage & Lockers

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Mobile Charging

We had no information about mobile charging availability at the time of this update. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.

Showers

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WiFi/Internet

WiFi is available at Cotonou Airport inside the lounge. [ see Airport Lounges above ] At the time of this update, we did not have any information about WiFi availability elsewhere in the terminal.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

More Airport Information

Airlines

Cotonou Airport is served by the following airlines: Asky • Air Burkina • Air Côte D’Ivoire • Air France • Arik Air • Brussels Airlines • Ceiba Intercontinental • Ethiopian Airlines • Kenya Airways • Mauritania Airlines International • Royal Air Maroc • RwandAir • Tunisair • Turkish Airlines.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Car Rentals

Several car rental agencies serve COO airport. Contact your rental agency of choice for rates and reservations.

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Hotel Shuttles

See Airport Hotels above.

Taxis

Taxis are readily available for hire in the ground transportation area. Taxis are not metered, so you must negotiate your fare before starting your journey. At the time of this update, the typical fare between the airport and the city center is around 2500 to 5000 FCFA (Approx. 4,00€ – 7,50€), depending on the time of day.

Last updated: 2026-02-12

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.