Direct (nonstop) flights from Bamako to Dakar

3 airlines fly nonstop from Bamako Senou (BKO) to Blaise Diagne Interantional Airport (DSS). It's 630 miles (1,014 km), about 1h 50m in the air. Operated by Air Burkina, Ethiopian Airlines, Air Senegal.

BKO
Bamako Senou
🇲🇱 Bamako, Mali
DSS
Blaise Diagne Interantional Airport
🇸🇳 Dakar, Senegal
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
630 mi
1,014 km
CO₂/pax
117 kg
−67 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Air Burkina +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Burkina Air Burkina Ethiopian Airlines Ethiopian Airlines Air Senegal Air Senegal

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Burkina 2J Air Burkina
Route
BKO → DSS
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
630 mi
Ethiopian Airlines ET Ethiopian Airlines
Route
BKO → DSS
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
630 mi
Air Senegal HC Air Senegal
Route
BKO → DSS
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
630 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Bamako to Dakar with one stop · direct emits 117 kg CO₂ per passenger

BKO CKY (Conakry) DSS
Leg 1: 1h 30m (436 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (421 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 184 kg CO₂ (+57% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BKO → CKY
1h 30m · 436 mi
View BKO to CKY flights →
Leg 2
CKY → DSS
1h 20m · 421 mi
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BKO NKC (Nouakchott) DSS
Leg 1: 1h 50m (665 mi) Leg 2: 1h 8m (260 mi) Total: ~2h 58m 🍃 196 kg CO₂ (+68% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BKO → NKC
1h 50m · 665 mi
View BKO to NKC flights →
Leg 2
NKC → DSS
1h 8m · 260 mi
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BKO ABJ (Abidjan) DSS
Leg 1: 1h 40m (570 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (1,104 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 317 kg CO₂ (+171% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BKO → ABJ
1h 40m · 570 mi
View BKO to ABJ flights →
Leg 2
ABJ → DSS
2h 50m · 1,104 mi
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BKO OUA (Ouagadougou) DSS
Leg 1: 1h 20m (434 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,058 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 284 kg CO₂ (+143% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BKO → OUA
1h 20m · 434 mi
View BKO to OUA flights →
Leg 2
OUA → DSS
3h 10m · 1,058 mi
View OUA to DSS flights →
BKO NIM (Niamey) DSS
Leg 1: 1h 58m (685 mi) Leg 2: 3h 30m (1,294 mi) Total: ~5h 28m 🍃 371 kg CO₂ (+217% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BKO → NIM
1h 58m · 685 mi
View BKO to NIM flights →
Leg 2
NIM → DSS
3h 30m · 1,294 mi
View NIM to DSS flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Bamako to Dakar?

A nonstop flight from Bamako (BKO) to Dakar (DSS) takes approximately 1 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 630 miles (1,014 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Bamako to Dakar?

3 airlines: Air Burkina, Ethiopian Airlines, Air Senegal.

Is there a nonstop flight from Bamako to Dakar?

Yes. 3 airlines: Air Burkina, Ethiopian Airlines, Air Senegal.

How far is Bamako from Dakar?

The flight distance from Bamako to Dakar is 630 miles (1,014 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Bamako to Dakar?

At 1h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Mali to Senegal?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Senegal embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Bamako to Dakar?

Roughly 117 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 585 km.

Is the return flight from Dakar to Bamako also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Bamako to Dakar?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Bamako Senou for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.