Travelling from Abidjan Airport (ABJ) to Ouagadougou Airport (OUA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Abidjan Airport to Ouagadougou Airport.
Ouagadougou's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Abidjan.
There are 19 Abidjan Airport to Ouagadougou Airport flights every week.
To ensure you get on your ABJ to OUA flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like December? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A good range of airlines operate direct flights from Abidjan Airport to Ouagadougou Airport. Fly nonstop to Ouagadougou with these top carriers and discover this exciting part of Burkina Faso:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Air Côte dIvoire.
Brussels Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering ABJ to OUA flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Abidjan Airport to Ouagadougou Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between ABJ and OUA:
Mohammed V Airport
Accra Airport
Blaise Diagne International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abidjan Airport (ABJ) to Ouagadougou Airport (OUA)
Currently, P17,109 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Abidjan Airport to Ouagadougou Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P33,458. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from ABJ to OUA, book your trip one month before your planned departure.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Abidjan Airport to Ouagadougou Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from ABJ to OUA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Abidjan Airport to Ouagadougou Airport.
Handy information about Abidjan Airport (ABJ)
60% of flights that take off from Abidjan Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach Abidjan Airport from central Abidjan, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometers from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near ABJ. Whether you're taking an early flight from Abidjan Airport to Ouagadougou Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Ouagadougou Airport (OUA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to OUA if you're catching a late Abidjan Airport to Ouagadougou Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Ouagadougou Airport (OUA) to central Ouagadougou
Ouagadougou Airport is roughly 10 kilometers from central Ouagadougou. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Ouagadougou Airport (OUA)
The quietest month for a flight from Abidjan Airport to Ouagadougou Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Ouagadougou based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Abidjan Airport to Ouagadougou Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Ouagadougou, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ABJ to OUA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF) on average.
Explore more of Burkina Faso
Koudougou is just one of the many cities in Burkina Faso waiting to be explored after you've seen Ouagadougou. Around 97 kilometers away to the west, its best attractions include Cathédrale Saint-Augustin de Koudougou, Maasmê Issouka - Palais Du Naaba D'Issouka and Musée Rayimi.
Next? Head for Ouahigouya. It's about 161 kilometers north-west of Ouagadougou and boasts highlights including Grande Mosquée de Ouahigouya and Church Notre Dame de Ouayigouya.
