Travelling from Douala Airport (DLA) to Lome Airport (LFW): what you need to know
Lome is one hour behind Douala and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you catch your DLA to LFW flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
ASKY is your gateway to exploring Lome (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Togo!). Check out the direct flights from Douala Airport to Lome Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is ASKY.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Douala Airport to Lome Airport. These are the top stopovers between DLA and LFW:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Douala Airport (DLA) to Lome Airport (LFW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Douala Airport to Lome Airport flight is 378 €. A return fare is currently 658 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DLA to LFW if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Douala Airport to Lome Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from DLA to LFW.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Douala Airport to Lome Airport.
Handy information about Douala Airport (DLA)
Of all flights leaving Douala Airport, 53.91% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Douala to Douala Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to DLA? If you're boarding an early flight from Douala Airport to Lome Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Lome Airport (LFW)
Consider staying in a hotel near LFW if you're taking a late Douala Airport to Lome Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Book a Lome Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Europcar and Hertz can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Lome and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Lome Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Lome Airport (LFW) to central Lome
Lome Airport to central Lome has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When to fly to Lome Airport (LFW)
The quietest month for a flight from Douala Airport to Lome Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Lome based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Douala Airport to Lome Airport for March if you want to go to Lome during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DLA to LFW in August. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Togo
Sokodé is just one of the many cities in Togo waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Lome. Around 322 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Eglise des Assemblée de Dieu du Togo, Tchawanda, Grande Mosquée de Sokodé and Musee regional de Sokode.
Next stop? Make your way to Kara. It's roughly 386 kilometres north of Lome and boasts highlights including Koutammakou and Église Catholique Sainte Famille.