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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,565
Typical prices: C$ 1,128-C$ 1,475
Tunisair
Sat 22/12Mon 22/1
BKO - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 1,123
Typical prices: C$ 908-C$ 1,156
Multiple Airlines
Thu 27/9
BKO - IST • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Bamako and Istanbul Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 12% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Niamey (NIM)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,294 (round-trip)
Ouagadougou (OUA)
Shortest trip • 8h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Bamako to Istanbul (BKO-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Bamako to Istanbul

Tue, 22 Dec - Fri, 22 Jan
Tunisair Logo
12:55 a.m. - 2:45 a.m.BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
22h 50m1 stop Tunis Carthage
Tunisair Logo
12:35 p.m. - 7:05 p.m.IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
9h 30m1 stop Tunis Carthage
C$ 1,565Tunisair
Thu, 1 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
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11:50 a.m. - 6:35 p.m.BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
27h 45m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:30 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
30h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
C$ 1,568Multiple Airlines
Fri, 25 Dec - Thu, 21 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 p.m. - 9:20 p.m.BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
20h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
12:05 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
17h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 1,626Ethiopian Air
Tue, 22 Dec - Tue, 26 Jan
Tunisair Logo
12:55 a.m. - 2:45 a.m.BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
22h 50m1 stop Tunis Carthage
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12:35 p.m. - 12:05 a.m.IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
14h 30m2 stops Tunis Carthage Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
C$ 1,633Tunisair
Fri, 25 Dec - Sat, 23 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 p.m. - 9:20 p.m.BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
20h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
12:05 a.m. - 3:50 a.m.IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
30h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 1,654Ethiopian Air
Thu, 1 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:10 p.m. - 4:45 a.m.BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
28h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:00 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
33h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 1,658Ethiopian Air
Fri, 25 Dec - Tue, 19 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 p.m. - 9:20 p.m.BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
20h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
12:05 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
17h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 1,696Ethiopian Air
Fri, 25 Dec - Thu, 21 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 p.m. - 9:20 p.m.BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
20h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
7:35 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
33h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 1,711Ethiopian Air
Mon, 28 Dec - Sat, 23 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:50 a.m. - 5:00 a.m.BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
15h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
12:05 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
17h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 1,715Ethiopian Air
Sun, 27 Dec - Thu, 21 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 p.m. - 5:00 a.m.BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
28h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
12:05 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
17h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 1,721Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Bamako to Istanbul Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Bamako to Istanbul Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Bamako to Istanbul Airport?

Round-trip flights from Bamako to Istanbul Airport start at C$ 1,565. Prices are above average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 1,128 to C$ 1,475. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,565 on Tunisair.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Bamako to Istanbul Airport?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Bamako to Istanbul Airport at C$ 1,082 round-trip.
  • May (C$ 2,190) and August (C$ 2,186) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 102% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Bamako to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

C$ 1,123
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Bamako to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Bamako to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Bamako to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Bamako to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Bamako to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Bamako (BKO) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Bamako to Istanbul Airport?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 1,148 round-trip, compared to C$ 1,294 via a layover through Niamey (NIM).

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Bamako to Istanbul Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Royal Air Maroc and Qatar Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Bamako to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Bamako to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Ouagadougou (OUA) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Niamey (NIM) – 13% of one-stop connections

    Ouagadougou (OUA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Bamako to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the Bamako to Istanbul Airport route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,096 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 1,532, a difference of C$ 435. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Kapaliçarşi, and Sultan Ahmet Camii. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long does a flight from Bamako to Istanbul Airport take?

    A direct flight from Bamako to Istanbul Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 7,688 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Bamako to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Bamako to Istanbul Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 1,565 to C$ 3,141. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Bamako to Istanbul Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Bamako to Istanbul Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 1,193, which is 13% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Bamako to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Ouagadougou (OUA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 53m, compared with 9h 07m via Niamey (NIM) and 11h 57m via Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN).

  • What is the time difference between Bamako and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 3 hours ahead of Bamako (Turkey Time vs Greenwich Mean Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 15 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Bamako to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Bamako to Istanbul Airport range from C$ 1,128 to C$ 1,475, with an average of C$ 1,232 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,128 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Bamako to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average C$ 1,096 – about C$ 435 less than Thursday (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bamako to Istanbul Airport trip for November. Fares historically average C$ 1,082 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 1,107 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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