Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Cotonou Airport (COO): what you need to know
The timezone in Cotonou is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Chicago.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your ORD to COO flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Cotonou Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between ORD and COO include:
Istanbul Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Brussels International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Cotonou Airport (COO)
Currently, $1,101 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Cotonou Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,730. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from ORD to COO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Cotonou Airport.
Finding cheap flights from ORD to COO is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Cotonou Airport.
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near ORD? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Cotonou Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cotonou Airport (COO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to COO if you're on a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Cotonou Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cotonou Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Europcar or Avis to explore Cotonou and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Cotonou Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cotonou Airport (COO) to central Cotonou
From Cotonou Airport, Cotonou is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Cotonou Airport (COO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Cotonou Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Cotonou in March.
Lock in your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Cotonou Airport for March if you want to visit Cotonou during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ORD to COO in August. Average temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Benin
Extend your Benin trip with a visit to Abomey-Calavi, located around 23 kilometres north-west of Cotonou. HOLY LAND PARC CALAVI is just one of the top sights to put on your must-do list.
Where to next? Head for Djougou. It's located about 386 kilometres north of Cotonou and boasts highlights like Cathedral of the Sacred Heart.
