Lome Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Lome Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

Everything is rush but tolerable and people are civil but dont expect duty free to be open even at night when 3 or 4 international flights are leaving, but its an OK, safe airport – a traveller

LFW Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Lomé–Tokoin International Airport.

What to Expect

Lomé Airport (code: LFW) has a small, new terminal that opened in 2016. Some travellers report chaotic security procedures and airport staff who seek bribes or “fees” for items like pre-purchased alcohol or water bottles, but this may be changing more recently. It seems there are eateries and shops, but we cannot confirm any details. Free WiFi helps pass the time.

Lome Airport Guide — (Photo courtesy of a guest traveller)

Sleeping in Lomé Airport

We do not yet have any sleep-related airport reviews, but this airport seems to close sporadically at night. Have a backup plan if you’re planning to spend the night. For uninterrupted sleep, nearby hotels offer shuttle service. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.

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Airport Hours

Official public opening hours for the passenger terminal could not be confirmed. Some sources indicate the facility operates 24 hours, but this could not be verified. If you plan to spend the night, review recent traveller reviews before arriving. If you know the airport hours, click here to update this airport guide.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in the terminal sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Lomé Airport. The city centre is about 7 km away and can typically be reached in around 15 minutes by taxi.

Browse the complete list of hotels near Lomé Airport on Expedia.

Airport Lounges

Salon VIP – Location: Airside, after Security, near the Departure Gates in the International Terminal. Hours: 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Credit card rewards programs • Eligible Business/First Class passengers of contracted airlines including Air France and ASKY.

Drinking Water

Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

Mobile Charging

A reader reports that charging stations are available in the departures area after clearing security. (September 2019)

Showers

Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

WiFi/Internet

Free WiFi is available at Lome Airport.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.

Airlines

Lome Airport is served by the following airlines: Air Burkina • Air Côte d’Ivoire • Air France • Asky • Brussels Airlines • Ceiba Intercontinental • Ethiopian Airlines • Kenya Airways • Overland Airways • Royal Air Maroc • TAP Portugal.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Hotel Shuttles

Taxis

Taxis are available outside the terminal. At the time of the last update, rates to the city center start at 4,000 CFA franc. Destinations beyond the city begin at 20,000 CFA franc. Unfortunately, we cannot verify the rates at the time of this update.

Last updated: 2026-03-10

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.