Flying from London to Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO): What you need to know
Take your pick of numerous airports when planning your flight from London to Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO). Check out your options for flying out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Bamako-Senou International Airport is located in Bamako. The city's timezone is UTC+0 — the same as London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from London to BKO.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, you'll want to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from London to BKO leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Planning to catch an early flight from London to Bamako-Senou International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from London to Bamako-Senou International Airport. Check out these connections between London Gatwick Airport and BKO:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your London to BKO flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From the centre of London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so on public transport.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your London to Bamako-Senou International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. In other words, that's how frequently flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO)
After your flight from London to Bamako-Senou International Airport has touched down, unwind and relax at a nearby hotel. Le Baobab is a convenient option that's a quick drive from BKO.
Go beyond Bamako and discover places that don't make every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Bamako-Senou International Airport rental car from Europcar.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your London to Bamako-Senou International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Bamako-Senou International Airport is $870. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,288. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to BKO. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap London to Bamako-Senou International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO)
June is the busiest month for flights from London to Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO). Plan your visit to Bamako in February for a quieter experience.
Book a London to BKO flight ticket departing in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bamako to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
January has temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Bamako-Senou International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bamako
Start your Bamako trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Bamako-Senou International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Monument de la Paix, Mosquée and Mosque de Doumazana مسجد are essential stops on your Bamako itinerary.
Explore more of Mali
You've done Bamako, now it's time to discover other corners of Mali. Journey about 290 kilometres south-east to Sikasso to tick off its must-visit sights. From La maison du Tata to Catholic Mission and Musée Régional de Sikasso, your itinerary will be busy.
Where to next? Head for Koutiala. It's about 274 kilometres east of Bamako and features highlights including Mission Catholique, Eglise Notre Dame d'Afrique and La Grande Mosquée.