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Cheapest round-trip
$496
Typical prices: $519-$654
Air Burkina
Mon 11/19Wed 12/12
DSS - BKO • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$265
Typical prices: $274-$375
Air Burkina
Fri 11/30
DSS - BKO • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Ethiopian Air, Air Burkina and ASKY. Average duration is 1h 59m
Direct flights
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 10% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $528 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dakar to Bamako (DSS-BKO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dakar to Bamako

Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Dec 12
Air Burkina Logo
1:00 pm - 2:55 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-BKO Bamako
1h 55mnonstop
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10:05 am - 11:45 amBKO  Bamako-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
1h 40mnonstop
$496Air Burkina
Sat, Nov 21 - Thu, Jan 28
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12:45 pm - 2:10 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-BKO Bamako
1h 25mnonstop
Air Burkina Logo
6:05 pm - 8:00 pmBKO  Bamako-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
1h 55mnonstop
$496Air Burkina
Mon, Jan 4 - Sat, Jan 30
Air Burkina Logo
8:05 pm - 10:00 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-BKO Bamako
1h 55mnonstop
Air Burkina Logo
10:05 am - 11:45 amBKO  Bamako-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
1h 40mnonstop
$496Air Burkina
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Dec 3
Air Burkina Logo
1:00 pm - 2:55 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-BKO Bamako
1h 55mnonstop
Air Burkina Logo
6:05 pm - 8:00 pmBKO  Bamako-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
1h 55mnonstop
$496Air Burkina
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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8:05 pm - 10:00 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-BKO Bamako
1h 55mnonstop
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9:50 am - 5:35 pmBKO  Bamako-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
7h 45m1 stop Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
$497Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Thu, Jan 28
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12:45 pm - 2:10 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-BKO Bamako
1h 25mnonstop
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10:40 am - 5:35 pmBKO  Bamako-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
6h 55m1 stop Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
$501Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 4 - Sat, Jan 30
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8:05 pm - 10:00 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-BKO Bamako
1h 55mnonstop
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10:40 am - 5:35 pmBKO  Bamako-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
6h 55m1 stop Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
$514Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Feb 12
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:00 am - 9:50 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-BKO Bamako
1h 50mnonstop
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3:15 pm - 5:05 pmBKO  Bamako-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
1h 50mnonstop
$662Ethiopian Air
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Dec 12
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:00 am - 9:50 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-BKO Bamako
1h 50mnonstop
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3:15 pm - 5:05 pmBKO  Bamako-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
1h 50mnonstop
$662Ethiopian Air
Fri, Nov 20 - Sat, Dec 5
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:00 am - 9:50 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-BKO Bamako
1h 50mnonstop
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3:15 pm - 5:05 pmBKO  Bamako-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
1h 50mnonstop
$662Ethiopian Air
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Dakar to Bamako flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Dakar to Bamako?

Round-trip flights from Dakar to Bamako typically range from $519 to $654. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $496, on Air Burkina.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dakar to Bamako?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dakar to Bamako. It’s 2% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 2% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Dakar to Bamako?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Dakar to Bamako at $512 round-trip.
•September ($685) and August ($668) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Dakar to Bamako the cheapest?

Flights from Dakar to Bamako are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Dakar to Bamako flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$265
Beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Dakar to Bamako

When to book flights from Dakar to Bamako

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dakar to Bamako based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Dakar to Bamako flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dakar to Bamako?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dakar to Bamako:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:30 am and lands at 8:29 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:50 pm and lands at 8:49 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 59m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Dakar to Bamako?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Dakar to Bamako:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Dakar to Bamako?

    A nonstop flight from Dakar to Bamako takes 1h 59m, covering 630 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dakar to Bamako?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dakar to Bamako flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dakar to Bamako range from $519 to $654, with an average of $566 over the past 12 months. Anything below $519 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dakar to Bamako flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the $566 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Dakar to Bamako?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $528 round-trip via Conakry (CKY), compared to $565 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dakar to Bamako?

    The Embraer 190 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Burkina. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner variants.

  • How are flight departures from Dakar to Bamako spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dakar to Bamako flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Dakar to Bamako changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $496 to $2,964. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Dakar to Bamako looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dakar to Bamako are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $360, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dakar to Bamako?

    Flights from Dakar to Bamako usually depart from Dakar Blaise Diagne (DSS) and arrive at Bamako (BKO).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dakar to Bamako pass through?

    Connecting flights from Dakar to Bamako most commonly pass through:

    • Abidjan Felix H. Boigny (ABJ) - 89% of one-stop connections
    • Conakry (CKY) - 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dakar to Bamako?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 4% on flights from Dakar to Bamako. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $560 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $581, a difference of $21.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Dakar to Bamako?

    3 airlines operate flights between Dakar and Bamako. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Ethiopian Air
    • Air Burkina
    • ASKY

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Dakar to Bamako?

    Flying via Conakry (CKY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 30m, compared with 8h 30m via Abidjan Felix H. Boigny (ABJ).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dakar to Bamako flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air Burkina: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Ethiopian Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • ASKY: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Dakar to Bamako flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $560, about $21 less than Thursday fares (4% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dakar to Bamako trip for March. Fares historically average $512 round-trip in that month - typically $173 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Conakry Airport (CKY) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $528 round-trip on this route - about $37 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Dakar to Bamako?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Dakar Blaise Diagne Airport to Bamako Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dakar Blaise Diagne to Bamako

Monday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Tuesday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Wednesday

Air Burkina,Ethiopian Air

Air Burkina,Ethiopian Air

Thursday

ASKY,Air Burkina,Ethiopian Air

ASKY,Air Burkina, +1 more

Friday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Saturday

Air Burkina,Ethiopian Air

Air Burkina,Ethiopian Air

Sunday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

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Direct returns

Bamako to Dakar Blaise Diagne

Monday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Tuesday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Wednesday

Air Burkina,Ethiopian Air

Air Burkina,Ethiopian Air

Thursday

Air Burkina,Ethiopian Air

Air Burkina,Ethiopian Air

Friday

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

Saturday

Air Burkina,Ethiopian Air

Air Burkina,Ethiopian Air

Sunday

Air Burkina,Ethiopian Air

Air Burkina,Ethiopian Air

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