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Onitsha, Nigeria → Cotonou, Benin

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Onitsha to Cotonou

Composite routes from Onitsha to Cotonou

Cheapest
7 h 50 min
Car
565 km.
from $31
Other
4 h 18 min
Bus, Plane
481 km.
from $10.87

Transport providers

Airlines

Jet Charter

Website:
armcharter.com/
Plane from Asaba International Airport to Lagos
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Wednesday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$22.93–$280.31

United Nigeria Airlines

Website:
flyunitednigeria.com/
Plane from Asaba International Airport to Lagos
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$280.31

Air Peace

Website:
flyairpeace.com/
Plane from Asaba International Airport to Cotonou
Ave. Duration:
6h 17m
Frequency:
Thursday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$89.19–$344.02
Plane from Asaba International Airport to Lagos
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.93–$216.60

Arik Air

Website:
arikair.com/
Plane from Asaba International Airport to Lagos
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$70.08–$152.90

Southern Air Charter Co., Limited

Website:
southernaircharter.com/
Plane from Asaba International Airport to Cotonou
Ave. Duration:
4h 27m
Frequency:
Thursday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$29.31–$344.02

Bus operators

Afrique Con

Website:
afrique-con.com/index.php
Bus from Onitsha to Cotonou
Ave. Duration:
8h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Bus from Lagos Maza Maza to Cotonou
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Onitsha to Cotonou?

The cheapest way to get from Onitsha to Cotonou is to drive which costs $46.74 - $70.65 and takes 7h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Onitsha to Cotonou?

The fastest way to get from Onitsha to Cotonou is to fly which takes 4h 43m and costs $76.09 - $163.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Onitsha and Cotonou?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Onitsha and arriving at Cotonou. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Onitsha to Cotonou?

The distance between Onitsha and Cotonou is 500 km. The road distance is 565.7 km.

How do I travel from Onitsha to Cotonou without a car?

The best way to get from Onitsha to Cotonou without a car is to bus which takes 8h 27m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Onitsha to Cotonou?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Onitsha to Cotonou, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Onitsha to Cotonou bus from?

Onitsha to Cotonou bus services, operated by Afrique Con, depart from Onitsha station.

Bus or fly from Onitsha to Cotonou?

The best way to get from Onitsha to Cotonou is to fly which takes 4h 43m and costs $76.09 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Onitsha to Cotonou bus arrive?

Onitsha to Cotonou bus services, operated by Afrique Con, arrive at Cotonou station.

Can I drive from Onitsha to Cotonou?

Yes, the driving distance between Onitsha to Cotonou is 566 km. It takes approximately 7h 53m to drive from Onitsha to Cotonou.

Where can I stay near Cotonou?

There are 710+ hotels available in Cotonou. Prices start at $27.93 per night.
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