Charter Addis Ababa to Cotonou privately from US$92,500, about 5h 01m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Addis Ababa (ADD) to Cotonou (COO) and Cotonou to Addis Ababa — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Addis Ababa and Cotonou is about 4,022 km (2,499 miles), or 2,172 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Addis Ababa–Cotonou spans US$92,500 – US$227,000: from a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the entry level to a heavy jet (Challenger 605) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Large-group luxury with full galley, lie-flat beds, and dedicated crew rest. 12-16 seats and 7,400 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Midsize Jet · rec. | 5h 01m | 4h 31m – 5h 31m | US$92,500 | 9-12 |
| Heavy Jet | 5h 01m | 4h 31m – 5h 31m | US$126,000 | 12-16 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 5h 01m | US$92,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 5h 01m | US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 5h 08m | US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 605 | 5h 01m | US$126,000 – US$176,500 | 12-16 |
| Falcon 2000LXS | 4h 52m | US$138,500 – US$194,000 | 10-14 |
| Gulfstream G450 | 4h 52m | US$151,000 – US$200,000 | 13-16 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Addis Ababa–Cotonou charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and Harar Meda Airport.
Cotonou, Benin: Cotonou Cadjehoun International Airport.
| Addis Ababa Bole International Airport | Cotonou Cadjehoun International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HAAB / ADD | DBBB / COO |
| Longest hard runway | 12,467 ft | 7,906 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 7,630 ft | 19 ft |
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is at 7,630 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on departure.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 4,406 ft spare |
3,700 km 1,328 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 4,628 ft spare |
3,650 km 1,378 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 3,706 ft spare |
3,900 km 1,128 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 2,330 ft spare |
4,600 km 428 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 2,976 ft spare |
5,926 km 898 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 3,006 ft spare |
6,400 km 1,372 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 3,214 ft spare |
7,220 km 2,192 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 2,466 ft spare |
7,400 km 2,372 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 2,606 ft spare |
7,800 km 2,772 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 3,116 ft spare |
7,400 km 2,372 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,906 ft spare |
14,260 km 9,232 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 2,106 ft spare |
11,112 km 6,084 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,906 ft spare |
12,960 km 7,932 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 3,106 ft spare |
11,945 km 6,917 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
2 further aircraft are omitted: they would need more than one fuel stop over 4,022 km.
Alternates within range: Harar Meda Airport (5,940 ft, 37 km) · African Union Heliport
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Addis Ababa–Cotonou quote requests within 60 minutes.
The Addis Ababa to Cotonou route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$92,500 – US$227,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a super midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 5h 01m gate to gate across the 4,022 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Super Midsize Jet, Heavy Jet. We lead with a super midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Addis Ababa–Cotonou charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Addis Ababa–Cotonou charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Cotonou to Addis Ababa runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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