Flying from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Bamako's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Abidjan.
Flights from ABJ to BKO start from 08:00 — the earliest with Air Cote D'Ivoire. The last departure is at 22:30 with Tunisair. In total, there are 19 weekly Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your ABJ to BKO flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport, so jetting off to Bamako (and then discovering more of Mali!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Air Cote D'Ivoire.
Tunisair is the most punctual carrier that operates ABJ to BKO flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between ABJ and BKO include:
Cotonou Airport
Blaise Diagne International Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO)
$324 is the best price for a one-way Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $615. These fares may change based on demand.
To get cheap tickets from ABJ to BKO, book your trip five months ahead of your planned departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from ABJ to BKO by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport.
Handy information about Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
Of all flights departing from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, 58.4% land on time at their destination.
Central Abidjan to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Booked an early flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to ABJ:
Arriving at Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO)
After your Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport flight has touched down, unwind and relax at a nearby hotel. Le Baobab is a comfy option that's not too far from BKO.
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Bamako-Senou International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar to explore parts of Bamako that don't always get the spotlight.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Bamako-Senou International Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO) to central Bamako
Bamako-Senou International Airport to central Bamako has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When to fly to Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Bamako. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Bamako, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ABJ to BKO in January. Temperatures average between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF) then.
Explore more of Mali
Bamako has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Mali waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres south-east of Bamako, a visit to Sikasso will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Centre de Recherche pour la Sauvegarde et la Promotion de la Culture Senoufo, La maison du Tata and Musée Régional de Sikasso.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Mali, consider Mopti, roughly 467 kilometres north-east of Bamako. Centre D'architecture en Terre, Mopti and Tongorongo are among its highlights.
