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Flights from Cotonou to Istanbul

Nonstop flights from Cotonou (COO) to Istanbul (IST) take about 6h 21m (4,677 km). Turkish Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $744 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Istanbul

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

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Airport transfer

IST → Istanbul, booked before you fly

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Cotonou →3 lounges at Cotonou AirportTrains, buses and taxi faresIST to Istanbul: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Istanbul →34 drop-off points, from €3.90

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Airlines flying Cotonou to Istanbul

Carriers on COO–IST according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Turkish Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Cotonou to Istanbul fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $744 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $665. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$79323 Oct 2026 · Turkish Airlines$750 · 3 stops30 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$7444 Nov 2026 · Turkish Airlines$665 · 2 stops4 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$7972 Dec 2026 · Turkish Airlines$708 · 3 stops2 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$83713 Jan 2027 · Turkish Airlines$707 · 4 stops13 Jan 2027
Jun 2027$7449 Jun 2027 · Turkish Airlines$690 · 3 stops9 Jun 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $665 for November 2026, $690 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 5 of 5 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Cotonou to Istanbul, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Istanbul

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Turkey is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Cotonou to Istanbul flights

How long is the flight from Cotonou to Istanbul?
A nonstop flight from Cotonou (COO) to Istanbul (IST) takes about 6h 21m, covering 4,677 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Cotonou from Istanbul by air?
The great-circle distance between Cotonou Cadjehoun International Airport and İstanbul Airport is 4,677 km (2,906 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Cotonou to Istanbul?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the COO–IST route include Turkish Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Cotonou to Istanbul cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on COO–IST was $744 USD with Turkish Airlines (nonstop), departing 4 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Cotonou to Istanbul?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $665 one-way, against $750 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Cotonou to Istanbul?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $665 with 2 stops against $744 nonstop, a saving of $79. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Cotonou to Turkey?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Turkey visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Istanbul?
Turkey is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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