International hub · Cotonou, Benin
Cadjehoun/Cardinal Bernardin Gantin Intl
- Elevation
- 19 ft
- Coordinates
- 6°21′N 2°23′E
- Local time
- Africa/Porto-Novo
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Field information
DBBB runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Cadjehoun/Cardinal Bernardin Gantin Intl (DBBB/COO) has one runway, 06/24, 7,906 ft (2,410 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 8. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot required: plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at DBBB, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Porto-Novo
Country
Benin
BJ
Municipality
Cotonou
Elevation
19 ft
Position
6.3572, 2.3843
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 8
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot required
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · DBBB
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 7,906 ft (2,410 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at DBBB.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Cadjehoun/Cardinal Bernardin Gantin Intl (DBBB / COO) in Cotonou, Benin, through one 24/7 OCC desk. DBBB is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at DBBB
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Benin
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Benin. Applicable permit lead times for Benin are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Benin are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at DBBB
Direct FBO and handler coordination at DBBB covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at DBBB
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at DBBB is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to DBBB
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for DBBB: 6° 21′ 26″ N 2° 23′ 4″ E; elevation 19 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Cotonou
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Cotonou. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at DBBB.
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Cargo Operations at DBBB
Support for freighter operations into DBBB covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where DBBB sits in the network
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Operating into DBBB?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Cadjehoun/Cardinal Bernardin Gantin Intl — one desk for the whole trip.