Flying from Chicago to Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport (COO): What you need to know
Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport is located in Cotonou. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Chicago.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to COO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
With more people on the move during busy months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
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ORD is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
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70% of flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
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When it comes to keeping flights on track, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 145 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport flight:
Flights that take off from RFD land at their destination within the expected time frame 71% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport (COO)
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Getting from Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport (COO) to central Cotonou
From Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport, central Cotonou is around 6 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport (COO)
₹ 72,848 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport. Return flights start at ₹ 126,827. These prices can change based on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to COO. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport (COO)
December is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport (COO), while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Cotonou based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Chicago to COO plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Cotonou, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport in August if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC and 27ºC.
More about Cotonou
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cotonou right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Fidjrosse Beach, Dantokpa Market and OCBN Graffiti Wall are attractions you won't want to skip in Cotonou.
Explore more of Benin
Cotonou is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what Benin has to offer. Continue your travels in Bohicon, which is about 97 kilometres away to the north. From Grand Temple vaudou AZIZAHE : amour, chance, richesse, mystères vaudou, Maître vaudou Gonou to Parc Archaeologique d'Agongointo/ Underground village Bohicon, there's plenty to keep you busy in this exciting city.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Benin, consider Abomey, roughly 105 kilometres northwest of Cotonou. Exhibition of the King Béhanzin in his Royal Palace, Royal Palaces of Abomey and Palais des rois d'Abomey are the start of reasons to visit.
