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Flights from Lagos to Bamako

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Cheapest time to fly from Lagos to Bamako

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the beginning of November. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.
week: 2 Nov - 8 Nov
Flights from just £1,087
£1,087
November
Flight Duration7 h and 5 mFlights between Lagos and Bamako take, on average, 7 h and 5 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors
Origin airportMurtala Muhammed International AirportWhen flying from Lagos to Bamako
Destination airportSenou International AirportFor the route from Lagos to Bamako
High seasonMarchAccording to search data from our customers, March is the busiest time to fly from Lagos to Bamako
One-way average Price£860The average price for a flight Lagos - Bamako at Opodo is £860, based on the price of last 6 months
Best time to bookFebruaryAccording to real data September is the most popular time to book a flight to Bamako when departing from Lagos
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Last checked on Sat 07/11
Distance: 888 mi
Lagos airports
Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)How far from city centre: 12 mi
Bamako airports
Senou International Airport (BKO)How far from city centre: 2 mi

Book your Lagos to Bamako flight

Search direct and connecting flights from Lagos to Bamako (Mali) with Opodo. When your results appear, sort them by timing or fare and book whichever option fits your plans best.

Flying non-stop from Lagos to Bamako takes roughly 3 h and 20 m, whereas journeys with a layover will take longer.

Airports and airlines on the Lagos–Bamako route

Plan your trip with confidence by checking the relevant airports and comparing the airlines that fly this route.

  • Departure airport: Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
  • Arrival airport: Senou International Airport (BKO)

The weather in Bamako

The best time to go may come down to the kind of weather you most enjoy. In Bamako, temperatures average around 39ºC in the warmest months and roughly 17ºC in the coldest. Bear this in mind when deciding what to pack and planning time outdoors.

  • Highs: up to 40ºC
  • Lows: down to 17ºC
  • Hottest month: April
  • Coldest month: December
  • Driest month: December
  • Wettest month: August

Tips for cheaper flights from Lagos to Bamako

A few ways to bring down the cost of your flight from Lagos to Bamako:

  • Flexible dates: check fares across two or three departure days. Going a day earlier or later can make a real difference to what you pay.
  • Baggage allowance: see what's included in each fare before booking, so you're not stung by unexpected charges at the airport.
  • Airports on your route: double-check which airports you'll fly from and into, particularly if the city has more than one. It makes it easier to plan transfers and work out the full cost of getting around.

After a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine the two in a single booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Bamako. Adding car hire to the same booking can save you money too.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Lagos to Bamako

On average, how much is the price of a flight from Lagos to Bamako?
When you fly from Lagos to Bamako the average price is £860. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Lagos to Bamako at Opodo?
At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the cheapest flight available from Lagos to Bamako. Considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys, our search engine works to provides always the best price with the best conditions.
When is the best time to book a flight from Lagos to Bamako?
The most popular months to book a flight from Lagos to Bamako are September, February and July, based on the searches of our customers.
When is the best time to travel from Lagos to Bamako?
The best time of the year to go to Bamako when flying from Lagos depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, January is the top 1º month to fly to Bamako from Lagos in terms of searches from our customer, followed by March and February. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, December, May and July are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Lagos - Bamako.
How long does the flight take to go from Lagos to Bamako?
The total flight time between Lagos and Bamako is of around 7 h and 5 m on average, considering an average distance of 888.49 mi, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How is the weather in Bamako compared to Lagos?
While in Lagos temperatures can reach an average of 28º ºC in summer, Bamako can experience temperatures up to 32º ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, the weather shows around 26º ºC in Bamako, compared to the 25º ºC average in Lagos.

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