Direct (nonstop) flights from Dakar to Bamako

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

DSS
Blaise Diagne Interantional Airport
🇸🇳 Dakar, Senegal
BKO
Bamako Senou
🇲🇱 Bamako, Mali
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
DSS → BKO
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
630 mi
Ethiopian Airlines ET Ethiopian Airlines
Route
DSS → BKO
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
630 mi
Air Senegal HC Air Senegal
Route
DSS → BKO
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
630 mi

Alternative Routes

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

DSS CKY (Conakry) BKO
Leg 1: 1h 20m (421 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (436 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 184 kg CO₂ (+57% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → CKY
1h 20m · 421 mi
View DSS to CKY flights →
Leg 2
CKY → BKO
1h 25m · 436 mi
View CKY to BKO flights →
DSS NKC (Nouakchott) BKO
Leg 1: 1h 8m (260 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (665 mi) Total: ~2h 58m 🍃 196 kg CO₂ (+68% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → NKC
1h 8m · 260 mi
View DSS to NKC flights →
Leg 2
NKC → BKO
1h 50m · 665 mi
View NKC to BKO flights →
DSS ABJ (Abidjan) BKO
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,104 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (570 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 317 kg CO₂ (+171% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → ABJ
2h 50m · 1,104 mi
View DSS to ABJ flights →
Leg 2
ABJ → BKO
1h 40m · 570 mi
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DSS OUA (Ouagadougou) BKO
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,058 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (434 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 284 kg CO₂ (+143% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → OUA
3h 10m · 1,058 mi
View DSS to OUA flights →
Leg 2
OUA → BKO
1h 20m · 434 mi
View OUA to BKO flights →
DSS NIM (Niamey) BKO
Leg 1: 3h 30m (1,294 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (685 mi) Total: ~5h 25m 🍃 371 kg CO₂ (+217% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → NIM
3h 30m · 1,294 mi
View DSS to NIM flights →
Leg 2
NIM → BKO
1h 55m · 685 mi
View NIM to BKO flights →

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BKO → DSS: Flights from Bamako to Dakar

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dakar to Bamako?

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

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dakar to Bamako?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Dakar to Bamako?

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

How far is Dakar from Bamako?

The flight distance from Dakar to Bamako 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 Dakar to Bamako?

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 Senegal to Mali?

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

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

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

Is the return flight from Bamako to Dakar 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 Dakar to Bamako?

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 Blaise Diagne Interantional Airport for this flight?

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