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$908
Typical prices: $1,246-$1,897
Royal Air Maroc
Fri 9/14Sun 9/30
JFK - DLA • 1 stop
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$581
Typical prices: $768-$1,034
Egyptair
Mon 10/22
IAD - DLA • 1 stop
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Douala

Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 30
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8:45 pm - 4:20 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DLA Douala
26h 35m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
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5:20 am - 8:50 amDLA  Douala-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 30m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$908Royal Air Maroc
Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 20
Royal Air Maroc Logo
8:45 pm - 4:20 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DLA Douala
26h 35m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
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4:40 am - 6:45 pmDLA  Douala-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 05m2 stops Yaoundé Nsimalen Casablanca Mohamed V
$912Royal Air Maroc
Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 6
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 pm - 1:25 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DLA Douala
34h 25m3 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Addis Ababa Bole Malabo Santa Isabel
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1:20 am - 8:00 pmDLA  Douala-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
$1,077Ethiopian Air
Mon, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 27
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 pm - 1:25 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DLA Douala
34h 25m3 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Addis Ababa Bole Malabo Santa Isabel
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:20 am - 8:00 pmDLA  Douala-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
$1,077Ethiopian Air
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:45 pm - 4:05 pmEWR  Newark-DLA Douala
13h 20m1 stop Lome
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 7:45 pmDLA  Douala-EWR Newark
35h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome
$1,134Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:45 pm - 4:05 pmEWR  Newark-DLA Douala
13h 20m1 stop Lome
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:40 pm - 7:45 pmDLA  Douala-EWR Newark
35h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome
$1,135Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10
Brussels Airlines Logo
6:10 pm - 5:55 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DLA Douala
18h 45m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
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7:15 pm - 1:00 pmDLA  Douala-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 45m2 stops Yaoundé Nsimalen Brussels Bruxelles-National
$1,236Brussels Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 28
Brussels Airlines Logo
6:10 pm - 5:55 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DLA Douala
18h 45m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
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7:15 pm - 1:00 pmDLA  Douala-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 45m2 stops Yaoundé Nsimalen Brussels Bruxelles-National
$1,239Brussels Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 5:55 pmEWR  Newark-DLA Douala
18h 20m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
United Airlines Logo
7:15 pm - 1:10 pmDLA  Douala-EWR Newark
22h 55m2 stops Yaoundé Nsimalen Brussels Bruxelles-National
$1,261United Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Tue, Jan 26
United Airlines Logo
6:55 pm - 7:00 pmEWR  Newark-DLA Douala
18h 05m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
United Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 1:30 pmDLA  Douala-EWR Newark
23h 10m2 stops Yaoundé Nsimalen Brussels Bruxelles-National
$1,261United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Douala

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to Douala to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Douala?

Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Douala at $1,519 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Sunday is the most expensive at $1,610.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Douala?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly to Douala with an average price of $1,213 round-trip.
  • July ($1,836) and December ($1,804) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Douala?

Night flights to Douala are the cheapest at $1,409 round-trip on average. Afternoon flights are the most expensive at $1,648.

When are flights to Douala the cheapest?

Flights to Douala are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 15% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Key details for flights to Douala

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$581
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 21% increase in price.
Flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Douala

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Your questions about flights to Douala, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • How do I get from the airport to Douala?

    Douala International Airport is about 6 miles from central Douala, and it is about a 20min drive. You can catch a taxi 24 hours a day from the airport, but you must negotiate the price before the trip begins. There is a public bus system that has a route from the airport to the city center, and there are mini-van shuttles available to various destinations in central Douala.

  • Which airlines offer flights to Douala International Airport?

    There are several airlines that offer flights to Douala International Airport including United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air, Brussels Airlines and Linear Air Taxi. You can book your flight with any of these airlines through our KAYAK website.

  • Are there lounges that are available to all passengers, or do you have to pay a fee?

    There are several lounges at the airport for all the passengers, including the VIP lounge, and these are accessible for a fee or subscription plan. Individual airlines may have their own lounge areas for their passengers, so check with your airline to find out what options will be available to you. The main Club Market VIP Lounge in the main hall is usually open from 7.00 am to 3.00 pm, except on Wednesdays and Fridays, when it’s open from around 3.00 pm to 10.30 pm.

  • Do I need a visa to enter Douala?

    U.S. citizens traveling to Cameroon and Douala must have a visa to be able to enter the country. You may be denied check-in before departure or entry on arrival without one. Your passport must be valid for six months from your arrival date, and you may be required to show proof of vaccination for yellow fever. Currently, the process takes about a week, but you must apply at least 90 days before your planned entry.

  • Which are the most common layovers when flying from New York to Douala?

    As you book your trip from New York to Douala, many airlines offer one- or two-stop journeys between the cities. Suppose John F. Kennedy is your departure station; Turkish Airlines operates through its Istanbul Airport (IST) hub, while Air France transits via Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).

  • Which airlines allow flight upgrades when flying from the US to Douala?

    Major long-haul airlines allow passengers to upgrade their flight statuses, such as American Airlines, Air France, KLM, British Airways, and Lufthansa. Upgrades may be offered when booking the ticket, during check-in, or at the gate before departure. It might be best to check with your airline on the availability of the service.

  • How can I conveniently fly to Douala from the southeastern United States?

    Those traveling from the southeastern part of the United States will likely catch their flights at Miami International Airport (MIA) in Florida. Although other airports exist in the region, such as Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), MIA is the busiest airport for international passengers.

  • What kid seat regulations must visitors know if they plan to use Douala’s car rentals?

    The Cameroonian law requires all front and rear-seat passengers to buckle up while driving unless medically exempted. Kids aged eight or below must be restrained in child safety seats or boosters and occupy back seats when traveling in Douala.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Douala?

    Air France operates the most flights from the United States to Douala at 0 per week, while Brussels Airlines is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Douala. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Douala?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Douala are from:
    • New York, from $908 round-trip

  • How do I know if a flight to Douala is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Douala is around $1,246 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Douala?

    Last-minute fares to Douala – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 8% above the average round-trip fare of $1,494.

Your guide to booking Douala flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Douala, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 15% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Douala, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to land around $1,246 round-trip. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a strong deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, time your trip to Douala around January. Round-trip fares historically average $1,213 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to $239 per round-trip. Evening flights to Douala average $1,409 compared to $1,648 for noon flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • You can make duty free purchases in the arrival hall of Douala International Airport (DLA) to take advantage of tax-free shopping before heading into Douala.
  • If you need assistance as you make your way through the airport, there is an information desk in the main terminal area as well as roaming staff who are bilingual in French and English to help.
  • You may purchase SIM cards from merchants at the Douala International Airport (DLA) that will provide you 4G Internet service on your phone, tablet, or laptop without a subscription. The airport also provides a variety of chargers for phones and computers if needed.
  • If you have a Visa, Mastercard, other international credit card, or a card issued by a bank in Cameroon, you will be able to get cash in CFA Francs using one of the ATMs at the airport when you arrive. You can also exchange your currency for CFA Francs at the currency exchange office when it is open.
  • There are bars, restaurants, and other food service options in the gate area as well as in the main terminal if you would like a refreshment upon your arrival in Douala.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the most popular departure station for American tourists flying to Douala and landing at Douala International Airport (DLA). The establishment is a major regional operating base and a hub for Alaska and United Airlines, and passengers enjoy expedited services.
  • When you arrive at Douala International Airport (DLA) for the US, remember that the facility serves several other towns in the neighborhood. For instance, if you will be visiting Mutengene, Dibombari, Bonaberi, and Muyuka, you will have to land at DLA first before connecting to these destinations by taxi, bus, or car rental.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Douala

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Douala? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
Air FranceOverall score based on 1647 reviews
7.1Food
7.0Entertainment
7.5Boarding
7.4Comfort
8.2Crew
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Our flight delayed, due to the incoming flight arriving late from Paris. AF caused us to miss our connecting flight, also booked through Air France directly. They couldn't accommodate us until later that night, and we had to be in AMS earlier than that. They won't do anything else to help us and wanted to charge us more money to rebook us too. Not great service, since it was all their fault.

2.0 MediocreMichael, Aug 2026
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Our flight delayed, due to the incoming flight arriving late from Paris. AF caused us to miss our connecting flight, also booked through Air France directly. They couldn't accommodate us until later that night, and we had to be in AMS earlier than that. They won't do anything else to help us and wanted to charge us more money to rebook us too. Not great service, since it was all their fault.

Seats! The eternal problem in economy. They are like stones!!

Everything is good except the seats are tightened no rooms for the legs,

The plane's pilots, including the captain himself, thanked me for the flight. I know it's just marketing, but it was really nice to see these people. It's a great idea. Airplane food is never "good," but the entire crew and flight organization were top-notch. I really liked Delta, and I think I've traveled all over the world, and that was something new for me. Maybe even the old planes, the B767, but next time I have a choice, Delta will be my first choice. Thank you, a satisfied passenger :)

It was a great experience. The only thing I would have changed was that the bathrooms were never cleaned and they got very dirty.

It was an OK flight with below mediocre service by their flight attendants

Wasted a lot of time trying to find the CDG lounge - it was not next to the connecting flight gate like the Air France staff said.

The only reason the overall rating wasn't "excellent" was due to problems in claiming luggage. The bags are delivered to the main area (Cinta 35) for domestic passengers, but to a DIFFERENT ROOM for international arrivees. After waiting 30 minutes, someone (who didn't appear to be from Air France or the airport) told us to go to another area. There we found our bags, which appeared to have been awaiting us for a while. We had to go through a bag check before leaving the airport. If we had been alerted to this possibility, or better yet, been to go directly to Cinta 34, we could have eliminated quite a bit of waiting.

I did not get my baggage at my final destination..poor coordination with connecting flights with partner airlines (Saudi airways). Also the food was very mediocre.

Not great , just ok . I expected better food but it did not deliver . Flight staff was ok . The guy at the drop off bag counter was the only saving grace in this whole trip . He was pleasant, friendly and very helpful . You couldn’t ask for a better assistance from him .

There were not enough extra leg room options to purchase. Also the seat Infront of mine was broken and the gentleman literally laid back into my lap for the whole trip. This was the most uncomfortable trip I have ever been on

A lot of things can be done to improve in flight experience

Average at every level . Poor entertainment selection. Boarding was very poor and disorganized. Flight was late by one hour .

Spent over $20k on for business class tickets from DFW. They used a very old Boeing 777 with old Business class cabin which was unclean and stained seats. On a route they normally operate the modern Boeing 787. The cabin heat was set to hot for 11 hours. On the IST LHE route the business class experience got even worse. They operate an even older Airbus A330 where trip was falling apart, seat recline did not operate and the whole experience left us hugely disappointed. Next time we likely will shift to better quality product which stands up to their hype. Turkish need to relook at their fleet plans and not use their worst assets of perceived week markets such as Pakistan.

The flight from Houston to Chicago was delayed, causing us to miss our connecting flight to Madrid, losing our Rental Car booking in Bologna taking alternative travel routes to get to our initial destination in Pizza by the 15th. We got the notification of the delay as we were traveling the 3 1/2 hours from Corpus Christi, Texas to Houston Texas for the initial flight. The delays hauling luggage all over Milan‘s Central train station to catch trains to get to Pizza the same day resulting us arriving in Pizza at 2 AM leaving us no time to rest as there was a 9 o’clock checkout time the next morning. The first 72 hours of the trip with nothing but headache, a knee injury from the excessive walking and a delayed car rental replacement, which ended up costing significantly more.

We flew business class and it was impressive. So comfortable with delicious food and very attentive and polite staff. Will definitely fly Turkish airlines again.

To get to jet blue at JFK from any connecting flight you have to go through security again.

Amazing! One of the best kept secrets in air travel!

We fly Bussines class and we didn’t feel like it is. Out luggage didn’t arrive and we have to return again next day from our hotel to airport to get them. Still waiting. No information from Turkish airlines Very poor customer service I think booking through kayak it was wrong decision

Three screaming and crying children in business class made it very difficult to rest. The crew made no attempt to address the situation. I might as well have saved the money and flown economy. The parents were oblivious to the discomfort their children were causing. The lounge in Istanbul is wonderful, but did not make up for the misery on the flight. My business class seat power outlet was broken and I have a cpap. The crew couldn't fix it or move me to better seat. Fortunately , the passenger in front of me allowed me to plug into his power outlet.

Flight did not have wifi service. It was experiencing technical difficulties. Definitely and old plane that needs updating.

Very Poor. Significant delays getting to Chicago and then very poor communication on delays in Chicago to Cleveland. We could have rented a car and driven there faster than the delays ended up being.

A little more friendliness from that crew of the day.

The app logs you out right when you are boarding requiring all passwords and reservation number for the flight. Super annoying

The pre-order only approach for fresh food is really challenging

This flight has a history of leaving late, however, I was pleasantly surprised that it was not delayed this day. The flight went smooth, except I was in a window seat and the wall and my feet were freezing. I found it difficult to sleep due to being so cold, I also was using 2 provided UAL blankets and could not get my feet warm. This was annoying, but I still made it there on time and safe.

Staff didn't seem confident about the ingredients in my lactose intolerance meal

the seat has a problem. the back had a hole.

The back to back mechanical delays from Denver to San Diego and then on my return flight from Denver to Great Falls it added extra time both ways

Really old place. Not as clean as it should be, tray tables needed better cleaning. The items, trays and some other items need to b6 engineered. Anything task you or crew may do is incredibly load, seriously engineer for quiet smooth, easy. Just opening and closing the tray table is actually dangerous and can easily injure a finger. I'm sure it happens as it happened to me! First time I used United and likely will be the last!

Spacious and clean aircraft. Good food. Economy will always be squeezed but thankfully I had an aisle seat for stretching exercises. Good selection of movies, particularly Spike Lee joint.

Unfriendly, 8 hours delayed, no lounge access even flying business. Don’t fly Brussels

I never board the flight. My visa was delayed and when I tried calling Kayak, no one answer and I still have not heard from anyone.

On board service was decent. I like the legroom at UA that seems to be more than in other airlines

It was really good because the employees were very nice and fun to talk to. The entertainment was nice because they had plenty of movies to watch.

The flight went well, only during the flight from Brussels to Vilnius I would have liked if they had at least given us plain water to drink.

Terrible seats. Whoever designed the seats should try taking a long flight in it themselves.

The crew and the flight were excellent, the food might be better!

This was absolutely one of the worst experiences of my life. I came to Europe for a 2 week trip and the airline was probably the most disorganized airline I’ve ever seen in my life. They lost my luggage. I had tracking on it for just such an occasion and told them EXACTLY where it was in the terminal and they somehow failed to get it out on the flight that night, since we were leaving for Switzerland the next day there was no way they would get it to our hotel in time. Seriously, take another airline at any cost. It’s not worth whatever you pay…you’ll end up paying a lot more in the end. My medication is in the bag and I can’t get to it and don’t know how I will get it.

I felt the overall quality of the plane and food service was less than that of their partner airlines, United. An example was wine was served in paper cups in premium economy class. There was no real silverware, napkins or a welcome kit other than a pillow and blanket.

It was a great experience for my first time flying with this airline. I will be flying with them a lot more now. Plane crew was amazing.

The flight was very smooth, however, the quality of food was mediocre.

The TV wasn't working No music for the whole flight from JFK to LOS It was too burring.

Flight was delayed by two hours. This really messed things up because I missed my connecting flight in Addis. I had a meeting in Entebbe which was scrapped because my flight from Addis landed later in the day.

I paid for internet that did not work and had to pay more to have it

The crew was unfriendly and very rude to name a few (Helina). I felt unsafe due to most of the cabinets were open while on flight. All in all the flight was ok, but the crew needed more training on customer service most of all for international flights.

Delay not posted, only departure time listed- not boarding time. We left an hour late and arrived 45 min late. Restrooms had backed up sinks and toilets not flushed ) passenger error). Lots of screen for entertainment didn’t work. But we arrived with our luggage

The plane was old and the luggage racks above us were visibly shaking during turbulence. Water was dripping on our heads during landing. Our flight was over 2 hours late departing but we were not updated or told what to expect as the screen at the gate continued to read “on time”

Check in took over an hour because printer was not working. Attendant did not know how to give free layover Addis Ababa hotel vouchers or update frequent flyer number. After repeated attempts, got voucher emailed. However hotel wanted printed voucher hence more delay. Bus time from hotel back to airport was printed 4:50 hours, but hotel reception called at 3 pm saying bus will leave at 4 pm. Then hotel reception called again saying 4:15 pm. We rushed at 4:15 pm and bus was not ready until 4:40 pm. Many audio outlets were not working in planes.

The flight was one hour late. The food is mediocre and the screen was broken

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