Travelling from Ouagadougou International Airport (OUA) to Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Ouagadougou International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport.
Ouagadougou and Bamako share the same timezone, UTC+0.
Every week, there are six Ouagadougou International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as early as possible, select the 07:00 Air Burkina flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 16:30 with ASKY.
To ensure you catch your OUA to BKO flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Air Burkina offers direct flights from Ouagadougou International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Bamako — and maybe even more of Mali if you have time.
Air Burkina is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Among carriers operating OUA to BKO flights, ASKY has the best record for on-time arrivals.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Ouagadougou International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between OUA and BKO include:
Blaise Diagne International Airport
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ouagadougou International Airport (OUA) to Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO)
Currently, Rs62,243 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ouagadougou International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs133,990. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from OUA to BKO by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Ouagadougou International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from OUA to BKO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ouagadougou International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Ouagadougou International Airport (OUA)
When it comes to Ouagadougou International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65.59% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Ouagadougou International Airport is about 2 kilometres from central Ouagadougou. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to OUA? If you're catching an early flight from Ouagadougou International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO)
Consider staying at Le Baobab after arriving from your Ouagadougou International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport flight. It's a quick drive from BKO and a handy option if you want to freshen up right away.
Venture beyond Bamako and explore places outside the usual tourist stops with your own wheels. You can grab a Bamako-Senou International Airport rental car from Europcar.
Booking your ride from Bamako-Senou International Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO) to central Bamako
Bamako-Senou International Airport to the centre of Bamako has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When to fly to Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Ouagadougou International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Bamako. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Bamako is April, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 41ºC. Book your flights from Ouagadougou International Airport to Bamako-Senou International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from OUA to BKO in January. Temperatures average between 16ºC and 35ºC then.
Explore more of Mali
Sikasso is just one of the many cities in Mali waiting to be discovered after you've seen Bamako. Around 290 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including 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 interested in discovering another well-known destination in Mali, consider Mopti, roughly 467 kilometres north-east of Bamako. Centre D'architecture en Terre, Mopti and Tongorongo are among the biggest draws.
