Travelling from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO): What you need to know
Paris has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO) leaving from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
The average length of a direct Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport flight is 5 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Bamako is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Paris. Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport is located in Bamako.
You can choose from 5 direct flights every week between Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO). This is the most popular route, with Air France offering a 3pm departure from CDG to BKO.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Paris to BKO. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO) depart from this terminal.
Air France is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport taking off from CDG.
Air France is the airline most travellers choose for flights from CDG to BKO.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Paris to BKO. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)
Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport (COO)
The journey from central Paris to CDG takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Consider starting your journey from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). You can book a direct Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO) plane ticket with departures from this hub.
Corsair has direct flights from Paris to BKO out of ORY. Book your favourite window seat and arrive at your destination in one go.
On the ORY to BKO route, Corsair is the go-to airline for most travellers.
Among the carriers operating flights between Paris Orly Airport and Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport, Corsair has the best on-time performance.
Split up your flight from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Paris Orly Airport and BKO include:
Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)
Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport (COO)
With public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in about 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport the day before your Paris to BKO flight:
Flights from Paris Orly Airport are known for their punctuality, with 80% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
The address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
From the centre of Paris, BVA is around 88 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 15 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:
Flights that depart from BVA land at their destination as scheduled 71% of the time.
You'll find Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BKO instead:
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO) to central Bamako
From Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport, central Bamako is around 14 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO)
At the moment, ₹ 39,840 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 58,742. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Paris to BKO, book your plane ticket four months before your departure date.
September is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport ticket. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO)
March is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Bamako based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Paris to BKO plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bamako to range from 24ºC to 41ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 16ºC and 35ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Bamako
Start your Bamako trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Mosquée and Grande Mosquée de l'hippodrome Babani Sissoko are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Bamako travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Mosquée.
Explore more of Mali
Sikasso is just one of the many cities in Mali waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Bamako. Around 290 kilometres away to the southeast, its top attractions include La maison du Tata, Musée Régional de Sikasso and Centre de Recherche pour la Sauvegarde et la Promotion de la Culture Senoufo.
