Private Jet from Cotonou to Lomé

Plan a private jet from Cotonou to Lomé: 0h35–0h50 typical air time, airport guidance, aircraft fit, permits, baggage and quote factors.

A private jet from Cotonou to Lomé typically plans about 0h35–0h50 in the air. The final time and nonstop capability depend on aircraft, routing, winds, passenger load and reserve fuel. This guide is designed for coastal trade, institutions, finance and owner-managed business travel.

RouteCOO → LFW
Typical air time0h35–0h50
Planning statusInternational; live quote required
Cotonou lagoon in Benin
Departure: Cotonou. Airport and handler are confirmed for the selected aircraft.
Lomé beachfront and city in Togo
Arrival: Lomé. Ground transport should be tied to the actual aircraft arrival.
Route-specific priority: This very short international hop only makes sense when timing, privacy or an onward aircraft sector creates enough value to offset processing at both ends.
  • Direct distance68 NM126 km great-circle
  • Fastest in the air0h 34mEmbraer Phenom 300
  • Estimates fromUS$ 9,000one-way, 4 passengers
  • Aircraft that fit10types priced below
Operators covering Cotonou–Lomé confirm the price and availability by email, usually within a few hours.

What a private jet from Cotonou to Lomé costs

Every aircraft below can fly COO–LFW non-stop off the runways at both ends. Prices are computed live from aircraft performance, fuel burn, airport fees and the cost of positioning the aircraft to Cotonou — one-way, 4 passengers.

Why this estimate looks high

No aircraft in our current fleet data is based near Cotonou. The cheapest match, a King Air 350i, has to fly in empty from Lagos before it carries anyone — 1h 23m of repositioning for 0h 37m in the air.

  • RepositioningUS$ 5,40360% of the estimate
  • The flight itselfUS$ 2,380fuel, crew and time
  • Airport fees and navUS$ 1,199both ends

Ask us for a live quote before taking this figure at face value. An operator with an aircraft already in the region will normally beat it by a wide margin, and empty legs on this sector are worth asking about. The estimate above is what it costs to fly one of our known aircraft in; it is not the floor for the route.

AircraftClassSeatsFlight timeEstimate, one-wayExact price
King Air 350i Turboprop 10 0h 37m US$ 9,000
Embraer Phenom 300 Light jet 8 0h 34m US$ 12,200
Learjet 45XR Light jet 8 0h 35m US$ 12,800
Citation XLS+ Midsize jet 9 0h 35m US$ 14,400
Hawker 800XP Midsize jet 8 0h 36m US$ 14,700
Challenger 605 Heavy jet 11 0h 37m US$ 21,100
Embraer Legacy 600 Heavy jet 13 0h 38m US$ 21,500
Falcon 900EX Heavy jet 12 0h 37m US$ 22,500

Airports on the Cotonou–Lomé route

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AirportICAOIATARunway
Cotonou Cadjehoun International AirportCotonou DBBB COO 7,906 ft
Lomé–Tokoin International AirportLomé DXXX LFW 9,847 ft

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*Computed estimate, not a quote. Figures move with aircraft availability, positioning and fuel. Single-engine piston aircraft are left out of route guides — the search tool still prices them if you want the absolute cheapest option. Estimates refresh twice daily.

Which airports serve Cotonou to Lomé?

The normal planning points are Bernardin Gantin Airport of Cotonou (COO) and Gnassingbé Eyadéma International (LFW). The operator reconfirms runway suitability, operating hours, parking, fuel, handler acceptance and the correct terminal or FBO before the flight is released.

Why charter this route?

The practical advantage is a controlled departure time, direct routing and an aircraft kept with the itinerary. That matters when meetings move, a delegation must travel together, or the return cannot depend on an airline connection.

Which aircraft works best?

Light jets are efficient for small groups on shorter sectors. Midsize aircraft add baggage room, working space and weather-range margin; the operator should compare live positions rather than automatically quoting the largest cabin.

Build the schedule around the real appointment

Give the charter team the required city arrival time, not only the preferred take-off time. Handling, immigration and the road transfer determine when the passengers actually reach the meeting.

Operational focus

When is flying Cotonou–Lomé rational?

Evaluate the entire itinerary, not distance alone. The best case may be keeping one aircraft for a continuation beyond Lomé; otherwise compare border and road reliability with handling time and aircraft positioning.

Permits, handling and timing

This is an international sector. Passenger documents, landing permissions where required, customs and immigration arrangements must be confirmed before operational release. Permit lead time, slots, parking and fuel can change with the date and airport. A useful quotation states what is confirmed, what remains subject to authority approval and how long the price is valid.

How to request an accurate quote

Provide the travel date, local departure time, passenger count, nationalities, baggage pieces and sizes, the desired city-arrival time, return plan and any catering, mobility, security or equipment requirements. Ask whether repositioning, handling, permits, taxes, parking, crew expenses and de-icing or special services are included.

Cotonou to Lomé private jet prices by group size and trip

The same route priced for different trips. Charter is sold by the aircraft, not the seat, so the cost per person falls as more people fly, and a return is often far cheaper than two one-ways.

PassengersCheapest suitable aircraftOne-wayPer seatCheapest jet
2King Air 350i0h 37m in the airUS$9,000US$4,500US$12,200Embraer Phenom 300
4King Air 350i0h 37m in the airUS$9,000US$2,250US$12,200Embraer Phenom 300
8King Air 350i0h 37m in the airUS$9,000US$1,125US$12,200Embraer Phenom 300
12Embraer Legacy 6000h 38m in the airUS$21,500US$1,791US$21,500Embraer Legacy 600
Trip, 4 passengersCheapest suitable aircraftEstimatevs one-way
One-wayKing Air 350iUS$9,000—
Return, same dayKing Air C90GTxUS$9,6001.1×
Return after 3 nightsKing Air 350iUS$18,0002.0×

How much is a private jet from Cotonou to Lomé for 8 passengers?

About US$9,000 one-way for the whole aircraft in a King Air 350i (0h 37m in the air), or roughly US$1,125 per seat. For two passengers the cheapest option is US$9,000. These are live estimates including positioning, airport and navigation fees.

How much does a return private jet from Cotonou to Lomé cost?

For four passengers, a same-day return costs about US$9,600 in a King Air C90GTx, 1.1 times the one-way estimate of US$9,000. Flying back after three nights costs about US$18,000; the engine compares keeping the aircraft and crew with you against two separate rotations and uses the cheaper. A one-way price already pays for the aircraft to fly home empty, which is why a return costs far less than two one-ways.

Estimates as of 31 October 2026: whole aircraft in US dollars, including positioning, airport and navigation fees; returns include crew overnight and standby costs or two rotations, whichever is cheaper. The operator confirms the final price. Compare every route in the Africa Private Jet Price Index.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the private flight from Cotonou to Lomé?
Plan approximately 0h35–0h50 in the air. The flight plan, winds, aircraft and airport procedures determine the final figure.
Can this route be flown nonstop?
Often yes with a suitable aircraft, but nonstop approval is mission-specific. Payload, weather, alternate fuel and runway performance must all work on the travel day.
Which airport should I request in Cotonou?
Start with Bernardin Gantin Airport of Cotonou (COO). Where a city has more than one practical airport, the operator compares handling, road transfer and aircraft suitability before confirmation.
What documents are needed?
Valid travel documents and advance passenger details are required. Visa, health and entry rules depend on nationality and itinerary and must be checked before travel.
What changes the charter price most?
Aircraft type and position, travel date, passenger load, airport charges, permits, parking, crew time and whether the aircraft waits or returns empty are the principal variables.
Can the aircraft wait for a same-day return?
Possibly. The quote should compare waiting with a later aircraft or overnight crew plan, subject to parking, operating hours and crew-duty limits.

Flight time is a planning range, not a timetable. Airport assignment, permissions, handling and passenger requirements are verified for every charter.