Travelling from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport.
Bamako's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Dakar.
Every week, there are 20 Blaise Diagne International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, take the 08:00 Ethiopian Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 18:40 with Air Burkina.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your DSS to BKO flight.
Flying during a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
There are direct flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport, so getting to Bamako (and then exploring more of Mali!) is a breeze. Top airlines that fly nonstop include:
Air Burkina is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With an impressive 98.36% of services arriving on schedule, Ethiopian Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating DSS to BKO flights.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DSS and BKO:
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO)
£245 is the best price for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport flight. Return flights start at £404. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from DSS to BKO, reserve your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Of all flights leaving Blaise Diagne International Airport, 66.96% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Blaise Diagne International Airport from central Dakar, it takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport? Studio Meublé and KËR Mouna are close to DSS. They're a particularly great choice if you're catching an early flight.
Arriving at Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO)
Step off your Blaise Diagne International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport flight and be snoozing in your hotel bed soon after. If you need a convenient option within easy reach of BKO, consider Le Baobab.
Pick up a Bamako-Senou International Airport rental car and explore parts of Bamako that aren't in every guidebook. You can book your wheels with Europcar.
Booking your vehicle from Bamako-Senou International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO) to central Bamako
Bamako-Senou International Airport is approximately 9 miles from the centre of Bamako. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO)
June is the most popular month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Bamako in February.
The warmest month in Bamako is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Book your flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from DSS to BKO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mali
You've visited Bamako, now it's time to discover more of Mali. Travel around 180 miles south-east to Sikasso to tick off its must-visit sights. From Centre de Recherche pour la Sauvegarde et la Promotion de la Culture Senoufo to La maison du Tata and Musée Régional de Sikasso, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Mopti is another standout destination in Mali and is around 290 miles north-east of Bamako. No trip is complete without seeing Centre D'architecture en Terre, Mopti and Tongorongo.