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Cotonou (COO) to Dakar (DSS) Flights

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Cotonou Cadjehoun International AirportBlaise Diagne International Airport
Distance
1,440 miles
Flight time
3h 30m
Time difference
DSS is 1h behind
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Flights from Cotonou to Dakar

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Flight route map

Cotonou (COO) to Dakar (DSS) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Cotonou (COO), Atlantique Department, to Dakar (DSS), Dakar Region, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 1,440 miles.

Departure
Cotonou Cadjehoun International Airport · Atlantique Department, Benin · 6° 21' 26" N 2° 23' 04" E
Flight route
1,440 miles · 3h 30m
Direction
295.07° (WNW)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 10.66394, longitude -7.21174, approximately 719.92 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
1,439.8 miles
Driving route
1,628 miles · 32 hr 45 min
Time difference
DSS is 1h behind
Destination
Blaise Diagne International Airport · Dakar Region, Senegal · 14° 40' 15" N 17° 04' 22" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
1,440 miles
Average flight time
3h 30m
Time difference
DSS is 1h behind
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Cotonou to Dakar is 295.07°, and the compass direction is WNW.

Airport information

Cotonou Cadjehoun International Airport

Cotonou, Atlantique Department, Benin
6° 21' 26" N, 2° 23' 04" E
Elevation: 19 ft (6 m)
Time zone: WAT UTC+1
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What's the weather like in Cotonou and Dakar?

Temperature unit:

COO · Cotonou

82°FMainly clearFeels like 91°F
Humidity
83%
Wind
6 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

DSS · Dakar

83°FOvercastFeels like 90°F
Humidity
69%
Wind
7 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2894°F | 80°FOvercast
Thu, Oct 2991°F | 80°FOvercast
Fri, Oct 3089°F | 78°FPartly cloudy
Sat, Oct 3185°F | 79°FLight drizzle
Sun, Nov 185°F | 78°FLight drizzle

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Cotonou to Dakar

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for Benin to Senegal (BJ-SN). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.