Book cheap flights to Bamako

Compare cheap flights to Bamako (Mali) on Opodo, all in one search. View airlines, times, layovers and fares, then filter by departure time or journey length to find the best flight for you.

Flights to Bamako arrive at Senou International Airport (BKO), the main airport serving the destination.

The lowest fare to Bamako booked on Opodo in recent days was £197. Use this as a guide only, as the final price will vary depending on your travel dates and how far in advance you book.

Ethiopian Airlines is the airline most often chosen by travellers heading to Bamako.

The ideal time to visit Bamako may well come down to the weather you prefer. In Bamako, average temperatures sit at around 39ºC during the hottest months and 17ºC during the coldest ones. Keep this in mind when deciding when to fly, what to pack and how to spend your time once you arrive.

• Highs: roughly 40ºC in the warmest months
• Lows: close to 17ºC in the coldest months
• Hottest month: April
• Coldest month: December
• Driest month: December
• Wettest month: August

Ethiopian Airlines flies direct to Bamako. Non-stop routes are available from the following cities:

• Dakar with Ethiopian Airlines

You can also fly to Bamako making a stop along the way with airlines such as Ethiopian Airlines. Here are some of the departure cities and the airline serving each route:

• London with Ethiopian Airlines
• Birmingham with Royal Air Maroc
• Nice with Qatar Airways

A handful of simple checks can help you cut the cost of your trip to Bamako:

• Flexible dates: look at a few different departure days before you decide. Flying a day earlier or later can sometimes make a real difference to the price.
• Nearby airports: it's worth weighing up the alternatives. A smaller airport not too far from Bamako might be cheaper to fly into than the main one.
• Baggage: check what's included with each fare before you confirm. Knowing your allowance ahead of time means no nasty surprises at the airport.

Before you set off, double-check Mali's entry requirements and leave yourself plenty of time to get your paperwork in order.

Don't forget that adding a hotel to your booking unlocks exclusive discounts on your stay. You can add car hire to the same booking too, and you may find further savings by bundling it with your flights and accommodation.