Flying from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Modibo Keita International Airport.
Bamako's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Bamako one hour behind Paris.
Flights from CDG to BKO start from 15:00 — the earliest with Air France. The last service of the day is at 15:50 with Air France. Overall, you can take your pick of five weekly Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Modibo Keita International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your CDG to BKO flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Air France is your gateway to discovering Bamako (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Mali!). Check out the direct flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Modibo Keita International Airport offered by this carrier.
Air France is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Modibo Keita International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between CDG and BKO include:
Mohammed V Airport
Tunis Carthage Airport
Cotonou Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO)
Currently, 336 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Modibo Keita International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 533 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book four months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CDG to BKO.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Modibo Keita International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CDG to BKO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Modibo Keita International Airport.
Handy information about Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
65% of flights departing from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Paris. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near CDG? If you're catching an early flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Modibo Keita International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO)
If you're arriving on a late Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Modibo Keita International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near BKO:
Reserving your vehicle from Modibo Keita International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO) to central Bamako
Modibo Keita International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Bamako. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Modibo Keita International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Bamako in March.
Book your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Modibo Keita International Airport for April if you want to visit Bamako during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CDG to BKO in January. Average temperatures are between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF) then.
Explore more of Mali
Sikasso is just one of the many cities in Mali waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Bamako. Around 290 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include La maison du Tata, Musée Régional de Sikasso and Centre de Recherche pour la Sauvegarde et la Promotion de la Culture Senoufo.
Next? Set out for Mopti. It's about 467 kilometres north-east of Bamako and boasts highlights including Mosquée de Mopti and Centre D'architecture en Terre.