Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Bamako?

Flights from San Francisco to Bamako usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Bamako (BKO).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Bamako?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Bamako.

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Bamako pass through?

Most connecting flights from San Francisco to Bamako pass through Istanbul (IST), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Bamako?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from San Francisco to Bamako. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,561 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,926, a difference of $365. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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.

Have flight prices from San Francisco to Bamako changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $1,763 to $3,030. That means the highest observed fare was about 71% higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San Francisco to Bamako looking right now?

One-way fares from San Francisco to Bamako are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,049, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Bamako?

Bamako is 7 hours ahead of San Francisco (Greenwich Mean Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Bamako flight?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Bamako range from $1,561 to $1,891, with an average of $1,727 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,561 counts as a good deal.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Bamako?

Ethiopian Air ($1,780) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Francisco to Bamako in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Bamako?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $996. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Bamako which airport offers the shortest layover?

Istanbul (IST) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Bamako layovers at 12h 35m over the past 3 months.

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Cheapest round-trip

$1,763

Typical prices: $1,561-$1,891

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$1,023

Typical prices: $965-$1,145

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Sat, Nov 28 - Sun, Feb 7

8:25 am - 2:05 pmSFO San Francisco-BKO Bamako

45h 40m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Addis Ababa Bole

10:00 pm - 3:42 pmBKO Bamako-SFO San Francisco

49h 42m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,763Multiple Airlines

Sat, Dec 26 - Sun, Feb 7

6:05 am - 3:50 amSFO San Francisco-BKO Bamako

37h 45m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Addis Ababa Bole

6:10 pm - 10:08 amBKO Bamako-SFO San Francisco

47h 58m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,780Ethiopian Air

Sat, Nov 28 - Sun, Feb 7

6:00 am - 8:40 amSFO San Francisco-BKO Bamako

42h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny

6:10 pm - 10:08 amBKO Bamako-SFO San Francisco

47h 58m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,783Ethiopian Air

Sat, Dec 26 - Sun, Feb 7

6:05 am - 3:50 amSFO San Francisco-BKO Bamako

37h 45m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Addis Ababa Bole

10:00 pm - 10:08 amBKO Bamako-SFO San Francisco

44h 08m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abidjan Felix H. Boigny New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,803Ethiopian Air

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8

10:55 pm - 2:05 pmSFO San Francisco-BKO Bamako

31h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole

10:00 pm - 3:44 pmBKO Bamako-SFO San Francisco

49h 44m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,857Ethiopian Air

Sat, Nov 28 - Sun, Feb 7

4:35 pm - 4:00 amSFO San Francisco-BKO Bamako

27h 25m3 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Porto Casablanca Mohamed V

12:45 pm - 3:35 pmBKO Bamako-SFO San Francisco

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$1,913Multiple Airlines

Sat, Dec 26 - Sun, Feb 7

6:05 am - 5:25 pmSFO San Francisco-BKO Bamako

27h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny

6:10 pm - 10:08 amBKO Bamako-SFO San Francisco

47h 58m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny New York John F Kennedy Intl

$2,006Ethiopian Air

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8

3:50 pm - 12:25 amSFO San Francisco-BKO Bamako

48h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Casablanca Mohamed V

10:20 am - 1:30 pmBKO Bamako-SFO San Francisco

35h 10m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Doha Hamad Intl

$2,536Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8

12:00 pm - 12:25 amSFO San Francisco-BKO Bamako

52h 25m3 stops Los Angeles Doha Hamad Intl Casablanca Mohamed V

6:10 pm - 1:30 pmBKO Bamako-SFO San Francisco

51h 20m3 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Accra Kotoka Doha Hamad Intl

$2,665Multiple Airlines

Sun, Apr 4 - Thu, Apr 8

10:35 pm - 2:05 pmSFO San Francisco-BKO Bamako

32h 30m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole

10:50 am - 3:41 pmBKO Bamako-SFO San Francisco

35h 51m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$2,876Ethiopian Air

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Bamako?: Ethiopian Air ($1,780) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Francisco to Bamako in the last 5 days.

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High season	May
Cheapest flight	$1,023

The most popular month to fly with an average 98% increase in travelers.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Bamako?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Bamako.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Bamako flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Bamako range from $1,561 to $1,891, with an average of $1,727 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,561 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from San Francisco to Bamako changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $1,763 to $3,030. That means the highest observed fare was about 71% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Bamako looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Bamako are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,049, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Bamako?
Flights from San Francisco to Bamako usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Bamako (BKO).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Bamako pass through?
Most connecting flights from San Francisco to Bamako pass through Istanbul (IST), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Bamako?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from San Francisco to Bamako. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,561 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,926, a difference of $365.

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 is the time difference between San Francisco and Bamako?
Bamako is 7 hours ahead of San Francisco (Greenwich Mean Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,561, about $365 less than Wednesday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Bamako trip for December. Fares historically average $1,204 round-trip in that month - typically $722 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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