How long is the flight from United States to Benin?

Flight times from United States to Benin vary, but if you’re flying out of Los Angeles and flying into Cotonou (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 30h 35m on average. Another popular route from United States to Benin is flying from Miami to Cotonou, which will take roughly 29h 40m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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SAUDIA

Mar 9

EWR

23h 45m

1 stop

COO

Mar 22

COO

19h 35m

1 stop

EWR

$915

Delta

Mar 9

EWR

23h 45m

1 stop

COO

Mar 22

COO

19h 35m

1 stop

EWR

$923

Delta

May 19

JFK

23h 20m

1 stop

COO

Jun 17

COO

21h 44m

1 stop

JFK

$923

Delta

Mar 9

EWR

23h 45m

1 stop

COO

Mar 22

COO

19h 35m

1 stop

EWR

$924

KLM

Mar 2

JFK

23h 20m

1 stop

COO

Mar 8

COO

20h 40m

1 stop

JFK

$924

KLM

Mar 2

EWR

23h 45m

1 stop

COO

Mar 15

COO

19h 45m

1 stop

EWR

$925

Multiple Airlines

Mar 2

JFK

23h 20m

1 stop

COO

Mar 10

COO

19h 00m

1 stop

JFK

$925

Delta

Mar 9

EWR

26h 16m

2 stops

COO

Mar 22

COO

19h 35m

1 stop

EWR

$928

Delta

May 19

JFK

32h 14m

2 stops

COO

Jun 17

COO

16h 20m

1 stop

JFK

$928

Multiple Airlines

Mar 2

EWR

21h 50m

2 stops

COO

Mar 15

COO

19h 45m

1 stop

EWR

$929

Delta

Mar 2

JFK

33h 00m

2 stops

COO

Mar 10

COO

20h 40m

1 stop

JFK

$929

Delta

Mar 9

EWR

26h 16m

2 stops

COO

Mar 22

COO

19h 35m

1 stop

EWR

$930

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6:05 pm - 10:50 pm

EWR

COO

23h 45m

1 stop

1:20 am - 3:55 pm

COO

EWR

19h 35m

1 stop

$915SAUDIA

Mon, Mar 9 - Sun, Mar 22

6:05 pm - 10:50 pm

EWR

COO

23h 45m

1 stop

1:20 am - 3:55 pm

COO

EWR

19h 35m

1 stop

$923Delta

Mon, Mar 9 - Sun, Mar 22

5:30 pm - 10:50 pm

JFK

COO

23h 20m

1 stop

1:20 am - 5:00 pm

COO

JFK

20h 40m

1 stop

$924KLM

Mon, Mar 2 - Sun, Mar 8

5:05 pm - 10:50 pm

EWR

COO

23h 45m

1 stop

1:10 am - 3:55 pm

COO

EWR

19h 45m

1 stop

$925KLM

Mon, Mar 2 - Sun, Mar 15

5:30 pm - 10:50 pm

JFK

COO

23h 20m

1 stop

1:10 am - 3:10 pm

COO

JFK

19h 00m

1 stop

$925Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 10

7:00 pm - 10:50 pm

EWR

COO

21h 50m

2 stops

1:10 am - 3:55 pm

COO

EWR

19h 45m

1 stop

$929Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 2 - Sun, Mar 15

1:20 pm - 9:15 pm

IAD

COO

26h 55m

1 stop

1:15 am - 11:35 am

COO

IAD

39h 20m

1 stop

$1,064Turkish Airlines

Thu, Apr 30 - Sun, May 3

9:45 pm - 9:15 pm

IAD

COO

18h 30m

1 stop

10:15 pm - 11:35 am

COO

IAD

42h 20m

2 stops

$1,072Turkish Airlines

Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, May 4

10:00 am - 1:15 pm

IAD

COO

21h 15m

2 stops

1:30 pm - 9:00 am

COO

IAD

24h 30m

2 stops

$1,098Ethiopian Air

Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 18

10:15 am - 12:15 pm

ORD

COO

20h 00m

1 stop

1:30 pm - 8:15 am

COO

ORD

24h 45m

2 stops

$1,152Ethiopian Air

Mon, Mar 16 - Sun, Mar 29

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkCotonou

EWR - COO

EWRCOO

Newark

Mon 3/9

6:05 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop23h 45m

Cotonou

Sun 3/22

1:20 am-3:55 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$915

NewarkCotonou

EWR - COO

EWRCOO

Newark

Mon 3/9

6:05 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop23h 45m

Cotonou

Sun 3/22

1:20 am-3:55 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$923

New YorkCotonou

JFK - COO

JFKCOO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/2

5:30 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Cotonou

Sun 3/8

1:20 am-5:00 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$924

NewarkCotonou

EWR - COO

EWRCOO

Newark

Mon 3/2

5:05 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop23h 45m

Cotonou

Sun 3/15

1:10 am-3:55 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$925

New YorkCotonou

JFK - COO

JFKCOO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/2

5:30 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Cotonou

Tue 3/10

1:10 am-3:10 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$925

NewarkCotonou

EWR - COO

EWRCOO

Newark

Mon 3/2

7:00 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops21h 50m

Cotonou

Sun 3/15

1:10 am-3:55 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$929

Washington, D.C.Cotonou

IAD - COO

IADCOO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/30

1:20 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Cotonou

Sun 5/3

1:15 am-11:35 am

1 stop39h 20m

$1,064

Washington, D.C.Cotonou

IAD - COO

IADCOO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/30

9:45 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Cotonou

Mon 5/4

10:15 pm-11:35 am

2 stops42h 20m

$1,072

Washington, D.C.Cotonou

IAD - COO

IADCOO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/4

10:00 am-1:15 pm

2 stops21h 15m

Cotonou

Wed 3/18

1:30 pm-9:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

$1,098

ChicagoCotonou

ORD - COO

ORDCOO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/16

10:15 am-12:15 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Cotonou

Sun 3/29

1:30 pm-8:15 am

2 stops24h 45m

$1,152

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Benin flights insights and trends

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What airlines fly to Benin?

Ethiopian Air, Air France and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Benin from United States according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Benin. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Benin on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about Benin flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$443
Best Round-Trip Price	$915
Fastest flight time	36h 15m
Popular in	July

The best one-way flight price to Benin from United States in the last 72 hours is $443 (New York John F Kennedy Intl to Cotonou).

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The best round-trip flight price to Benin from United States in the last 72 hours is $915 (Newark to Cotonou).

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The fastest flight to Benin from United States takes 36h 15m (New York John F Kennedy Intl to Cotonou).

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July has the highest demand for flights to Benin, with a 8% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Benin

What is the cheapest flight to Benin?

If you are looking to fly to Benin for less, look to airlines like Air Senegal, Air Côte d’Ivoire, and Camair-Co, with prices starting at $237, $359, and $369 respectively.

What airlines fly to Benin?

There are a total of 5 airlines that operate flight routes to Benin, with Ethiopian Air being the most popular option. An estimated 36% of those flying into Benin choose to fly with Ethiopian Air. If you’re unable to find tickets with Ethiopian Air, then Air France and Delta are also popular airlines to fly with.

What is the most popular airport in Benin to fly to?

According to our data, 100% of momondo users who traveled to Benin in the last year flew into Cotonou (located in Cotonou), making it the most popular airport to fly to. There may be other airports in Benin, but the majority of our users take flights to Cotonou in order to visit Cotonou and it’s surrounding areas.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Benin?

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How many operators does momondo search for flights to Benin?

As of February 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights to Benin.

How old do you have to be to fly to Benin?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Benin.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Benin?

The required travel and health documents for your Benin trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Benin. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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