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Airports in Ivory Coast

Abidjan International Airport

The airport is located 14 miles (22km) southeast of the city centre.

Abidjan International Airport (ABJ)

Location

The airport is located 14 miles (22km) southeast of the city centre.

Getting to the city

SOTRA Bus line 6 operates between the airport and central Abidjan. The journey takes about 25 minutes. Orange taxis that charge negotiable fares are available; passengers should negotiate with the driver before getting in the vehicle. Travellers should note that taxi fares often double after dark. Rental cars and mobile app taxi services are also available.

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Car rental

Car hire companies, including Hertz, are represented at the airport.

Airport Taxis

The safest taxis are the official orange taxis, although even these are often not metered. Numerous touts will try to offer travellers a deal but they are best avoided. Mobile app taxi services are also available.

Transfer between terminals

Travellers can easily walk between the adjacent Domestic and International Terminals.

Facilities

There is a bank with a currency exchange service, an ATM, a VIP Lounge, a pharmacy, shops, a bar and a cafeteria. There is a tourist desk in the main arrivals hall.

Parking

There is one main parking area at Abidjan International Airport, with two parking lots available, located right outside the terminals.

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