Travelling from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Paris. Check out your options leaving from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY) when searching for a flight from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO).
Expect to be travelling for 5 hours 45 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport flight.
The timezone in Bamako is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Paris. Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport is located in Bamako.
The most popular route is from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO). There are 5 direct services each week. Air France operates a 3pm departure between CDG and BKO.
To ensure you get on your flight from Paris to BKO, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Nonstop flights from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO) can be booked from here.
Air France is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport departing from CDG.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between CDG and BKO is Air France.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Paris to BKO with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between CDG and BKO include:
Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)
Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport (COO)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Paris, CDG can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Looking 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 accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights departing from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61% land on schedule at their destination.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Think about setting out from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). You can book a direct Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO) plane ticket from this popular hub.
From ORY, direct flights from Paris to BKO are available with Corsair.
Corsair is the top choice for passengers flying from ORY to BKO.
Among the carriers operating flights between Paris Orly Airport and Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport, Corsair leads in on-time performance.
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Paris Orly Airport and BKO:
Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)
Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport (COO)
On public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in about 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Paris to BKO flight? Relax in a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
Paris Orly Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that depart from this airport land on time.
The street address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
BVA is around 88 kilometres from central Paris. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport flight:
Flights that take off from BVA arrive at their destination within the scheduled time frame 66% 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 lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near BKO instead:
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To get the best deal, book your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport flight.
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 get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport is Rs96,319. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs142,719. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Get cheap flights from Paris to BKO by booking four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. March is the quietest month to visit Bamako. July is when most people book flights from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a Paris to BKO plane ticket departing in April if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bamako to range from 24ºC to 41ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport in January when temperatures are between 16ºC and 35ºC.
More about Bamako
Start your Bamako trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Bamako when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Monument de la Paix followed by Mosquée and Grande Mosquée de l'hippodrome Babani Sissoko.
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, check out popular attractions including La maison du Tata, Catholic Mission and Musée Régional de Sikasso.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Mali, consider Koutiala, roughly 274 kilometres east of Bamako. Mission Catholique, Eglise Notre Dame d'Afrique, La Grande Mosquée and Monuments Koule Diakan are among its highlights.
