Lome-Tokoin Airport is only 7 km from the city centre, making it one of the cheapest airport transfers in West Africa — provided you negotiate properly.
Taxi prices from LFW to central Lome
Taxis at the airport are unmetered. Drivers will quote a price, and you negotiate from there.
| Destination | Taxi fare | Transfer price | |-------------|-----------|----------------| | City centre / Boulevard du Mono | 3,000–5,000 XOF (EUR 4.50–7.60) | EUR 15–20 | | Hotel 2 Février area | 3,000–4,000 XOF (EUR 4.50–6) | EUR 15–20 | | Lomé Beach hotels | 4,000–6,000 XOF (EUR 6–9) | EUR 18–25 | | Baguida | 8,000–12,000 XOF (EUR 12–18) | EUR 25–35 | | Aneho / border area | 15,000–20,000 XOF (EUR 23–30) | EUR 40–55 | | Kpalimé | 25,000–35,000 XOF (EUR 38–53) | EUR 65–85 |
How to get a fair price
The first price a driver quotes will almost always be inflated — often double the fair rate. A few practical tips:
- Know the price before you exit. Having a number in mind makes negotiation faster.
- Have small bills ready. Paying with large notes invites the "no change" routine.
- Walk past the first row of drivers. Those further from the door are usually more flexible.
- Confirm the price covers all passengers and luggage. Some drivers try to add surcharges after the fact.
When a pre-booked transfer makes sense
The price difference between a negotiated taxi and a transfer is small in absolute terms — roughly EUR 10–15 more for a transfer. But the transfer includes a driver waiting with your name, no negotiation, and a vehicle you can count on. For late arrivals, families, or anyone who simply does not want the hassle, it is money well spent.