Cheap Flights to Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso from $1,421

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Are there currently restrictions on travel to Ouagadougou related to COVID-19?

Yes, there are currently restrictions on flights to Ouagadougou along with the rest of Burkina Faso. Before you book or search for flights, consider the following restrictions: Commercial flights to Burkina Faso have resumed. Upon arrival, travelers must present a negative COVID-19 PCR (nasal swab) test issued within 5 days before departure to Burkina Faso. Test other than PCR test are currently not accepted. If a passenger does not arrive with a negative COVID-19 test, a rapid COVID-19 test will be performed at the airport, at a cost of 90,000 CFA (approximately 155 US Dollars) and the passenger will be detained until results are available. All arriving travelers are subject to a 14-day quarantine at a location of their own choice, and at their own cost. Daily controls will be carried out by Burkina Faso authorities, including temperature tests. COVID-19 tests will be carried out on the 1st, 8th and 14th day following arrival.. If you are looking to book a trip to Ouagadougou and are outside of the restricted areas, please take the proper precautions and stay informed about traveling during COVID-19.

Cheapest Prices for Ouagadougou flights by month

January

$891

February

$935

March

$895

April

$890

May

$991

June

$1,078

July

$1,252

August

$1,105

September

$926

October

$860

November

$880

December

$1,042

October is currently the cheapest month to fly to Ouagadougou. At this moment in time July is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

When is the best time to fly to Ouagadougou?

Choose a month below to see average flight price and weather conditions.

LAS - OUA Price	$860 - $1,548
OUA Temperature	87.8 - 104 °F
OUA Rainfall	0 - 7.99 inches

Ouagadougou has a very hot and humid climate. The average temperatures hover around 80 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the year, and even the months of December, January and February are not very cold. Tourists coming from cold regions should consider traveling during these months to enjoy warmer temperatures. March, April and May are hot and sunny months, which are also ideal for visitors from cold regions.

Monsoon season starts in May and reaches its peak in July, August and September, and this time is also best for those seeking cheaper travel. October and November are dry and hot months, and this is the best time for festivals and annual events in Ouagadougou.

City overview

As the capital city of Burkina Faso, Ouagadougou, or Ouaga, as it’s known locally, has a long history for visitors to explore. With parks, natural animal habitats and museums throughout, there is something for everyone to enjoy in Ouaga.

Culture abounds in the city, especially in places like La Musee National, the national museum. Music is also an important piece of Ouagadougou, as seen at attractions like the National Museum of Music and the Musee de Manega. The National Museum of Music houses all sorts of local and traditional instruments, while the Musee de Manega combines local instruments with cultural heritage items like rifles.

Urban parks offer a welcome retreat in Ouagadougou. Bangre-Weoogo is one such park that’s worth a visit, filled with trails where visitors can hike and walk throughout the forests. A small zoo within the park also lets visitors get a close look at Ouagadougou’s natural inhabitants.

Another popular park is Jardin de l’amitie Ouaga-Loudun, which translates into the “Garden of Ouaga-Loudun Friendship.” The green space stands as a symbol of the twin cities of Ouaga and Loudun in France. La Place du Grand Lyon is also a noteworthy monument, erected in the city center to honor the city’s relationship with Lyon in France.

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Getting around Ouagadougou

Taxis are the most convenient option to get around the capital. Green taxis serve as the public transportation system and follow specific routes. Travelers can also hire yellow cabs to go anywhere in the city. These are metered taxis that are more expensive than their green counterparts but also offer private rides.

Getting from the Airport to the City

Ouagadougou Airport (OUA) sits in the city’s center and serves the capital of Burkina Faso. With a convenient location in the heart of Ouagadougou, travelers arriving through this airport can easily reach their destinations within the city. Two taxis – green, public taxis and yellow, private taxis – connect travelers with their destinations.

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