Flight from Bamako to Dakar starting at 187,000 XAF

Bamako to Dakar Flight, Two Direct Airlines: Modibo-Keïta Airport in Bamako (BKO) is approximately 1,000 km from Blaise-Diagne Airport in Dakar (DSS). Two airlines offer direct flights: Ethiopian Airlines, which operates the most frequent service on this route, and Air Burkina. The flight takes just under 2 hours; on the dates listed, the fastest flight takes 1h40min. Mali and Senegal are in the same time zone, with no time difference. Flights from Bamako to Dakar start at 187,000 XAF today, and the next cheapest date found is Saturday, 28 Nov 2026. In total, {carrierCount} airlines sell tickets on this route, some with a layover in Abidjan.

Baggage: Two Different Options: The two airlines have different policies. Ethiopian Airlines includes two 23-kg bags in economy class. Air Burkina includes only one piece of luggage, but it can weigh up to 35 kg. If you want to split your belongings between two pieces of luggage, Ethiopian is a better choice. If you have a single heavy piece of luggage, Air Burkina may be sufficient. Be sure to check the baggage allowance listed on your ticket, as it may vary depending on the fare.

Arriving at Blaise-Diagne at noon or in the late afternoon: Both direct flights arrive during the day. Air Burkina departs from Bamako mid-morning and lands in Dakar around noon. Ethiopian Airlines departs in the mid-afternoon and lands around 5 p.m. The flight time you choose will affect your next steps: Blaise-Diagne Airport is located in Diass, about 45 km from downtown Dakar—a 45-minute to over one-hour drive via the toll highway, depending on traffic. If you arrive around noon, you’ll be in the city by early afternoon. If you arrive around 5 p.m., the trip will coincide with rush hour: allow plenty of time if you have an evening appointment. Flights with layovers, on the other hand, may arrive late in the evening or after midnight: in this case, book your transfer before departure.

Mali Leaves ECOWAS: What This Means for Travel: Mali officially left ECOWAS on January 29, 2025, along with Burkina Faso and Niger. For travelers, little has changed so far: ECOWAS has decided to maintain visa-free entry for Malian nationals and to recognize passports and ID cards bearing the ECOWAS logo until further notice. These rules may change as negotiations between ECOWAS and the West African Economic Community (WAEC) progress. Before you leave, check the current requirements, especially if you’re traveling with the new WAEC passport. A valid passport remains the safest document for boarding. Senegal also requires a yellow fever vaccination certificate from travelers arriving from Mali.