Travelling from Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Bamako-Senou International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Bamako and Dakar are both in the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Flights from BKO to DSS start at 00:05 — the earliest with Mauritania Airlines International. The latest departure is at 21:05 with Mauritania Airlines International. In total, there are 20 weekly Bamako-Senou International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your BKO to DSS flight.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
There are plenty of direct flights from Bamako-Senou International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport to pick from. When planning your Dakar trip, these airlines can fly you nonstop to this exciting part of Senegal:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Air Burkina.
Ethiopian Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers BKO to DSS flights, with 68.85% of its services arriving as planned.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bamako-Senou International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between BKO and DSS include:
Conakry Airport
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
214 € is currently the best price for a one-way Bamako-Senou International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight. Return flights start at 433 €. These prices may change based on availability.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BKO to DSS.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Bamako-Senou International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Bamako-Senou International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport.
Handy information about Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO)
Of the flights that depart from Bamako-Senou International Airport, 57.61% land on schedule at their destination.
Bamako-Senou International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Bamako. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a place to stay before your flight from Bamako-Senou International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport? Consider Le Baobab. Enjoy a good night's sleep here before heading to BKO.
Arriving at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Stay moments from your arrivals gate if you're landing on a late Bamako-Senou International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight. Studio Meublé is a comfortable option near DSS. Or check in and get some rest at KËR Mouna before travelling to your final destination.
Pick up a Blaise Diagne International Airport rental car and explore Dakar and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Avis and Europcar are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Blaise Diagne International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to central Dakar
Blaise Diagne International Airport is approximately 64 kilometres from the centre of Dakar. Driving there takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
The quietest month for a flight from Bamako-Senou International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Dakar based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Dakar is October, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Bamako-Senou International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BKO to DSS in March if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Senegal
You've done Dakar, now it's time to explore other corners of Senegal. Travel about 56 kilometres east to Thiès Nones to tick off its popular sights. From Eglise Marie Reine de l'Univers to Promenade Thiessois and Mickey Land, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Senegal, head for Ziguinchor, about 274 kilometres south-east of Dakar. Abene, Escale and PROJET MÉMORIAL LE JOOLA are highlights.