Question 1

Which airlines fly from Dakar to Bamako?

Accepted Answer

3 airlines operate flights between Dakar and Bamako. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Ethiopian Air
• Air Burkina
• ASKY

Question 2

Which airports can I use when flying from Dakar to Bamako?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Dakar to Bamako usually depart from Dakar Blaise Diagne (DSS) and arrive at Bamako (BKO).

Question 3

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dakar to Bamako flights?

Accepted Answer

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Air Burkina: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Ethiopian Air: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• ASKY: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Question 4

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Dakar to Bamako?

Accepted Answer

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Dakar to Bamako:

• Economy Class
• Business Class

Question 5

How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Dakar to Bamako?

Accepted Answer

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 738 round-trip via Conakry (CKY), compared to C$ 790 for direct.

Question 6

Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dakar to Bamako?

Accepted Answer

The Embraer 190 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Burkina. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner variants.

Question 7

Which airports do connecting flights from Dakar to Bamako pass through?

Accepted Answer

Connecting flights from Dakar to Bamako most commonly pass through:

• Abidjan Felix H. Boigny (ABJ) – 89% of one-stop connections
• Conakry (CKY) – 11% of one-stop connections

Question 8

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dakar to Bamako?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 3% on flights from Dakar to Bamako. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 777 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 798, a difference of C$ 21.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Question 9

How are flight departures from Dakar to Bamako spread across the day?

Accepted Answer

Morning is the busiest departure period on Dakar to Bamako flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Question 10

What are the earliest and latest flights from Dakar to Bamako?

Accepted Answer

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dakar to Bamako:

• Earliest: departs at 6:30 am and lands at 8:29 am
• Latest: departs at 6:50 pm and lands at 8:49 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 59m.

Question 11

How expensive are last-minute Dakar to Bamako flights?

Accepted Answer

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the C$ 786 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Question 12

How long does a flight from Dakar to Bamako take?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Dakar to Bamako takes 1h 59m, covering 1,631 km.

Question 13

Do I need a passport to fly from Dakar to Bamako?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 14

Have flight prices from Dakar to Bamako changed much recently?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 804 to C$ 4,143. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

Question 15

How are flight prices from Dakar to Bamako looking right now?

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from Dakar to Bamako are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about C$ 443.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

Flying via Conakry (CKY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 30m, compared with 8h 30m via Abidjan Felix H. Boigny (ABJ).

Question 17

How much should I expect to pay for a Dakar to Bamako flight?

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Dakar to Bamako range from C$ 724 to C$ 889, with an average of C$ 786 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 724 counts as a good deal.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Dakar to Bamako typically range from C$ 724 to C$ 889. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 804, on Air Côte d’Ivoire.

Question 19

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dakar to Bamako?

Accepted Answer

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dakar to Bamako. It's 2% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 1% higher.

Question 20

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dakar to Bamako?

Accepted Answer

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Dakar to Bamako at C$ 716 round-trip.
•September (C$ 957) and August (C$ 934) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 21

When are flights from Dakar to Bamako the cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Dakar to Bamako are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Question 22

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Dakar to Bamako?

Accepted Answer

Air Côte d’Ivoire (C$ 804) and Air Burkina (C$ 857) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Dakar to Bamako according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 23

Which airline offers the most direct flights between Dakar and Bamako?

Accepted Answer

Ethiopian Air and Air Burkina offer the most frequent direct flights from Dakar to Bamako at 10 and 3 flights per week, respectively. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

Question 24

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Dakar to Bamako?

Accepted Answer

Abidjan Felix H. Boigny (ABJ) is the most popular layover for the Dakar to Bamako route. 89% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ABJ.

Question 25

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Dakar to Bamako?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Conakry (CKY) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of C$ 738. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 26

Which route with a layover is the fastest from Dakar to Bamako?

Accepted Answer

Conakry (CKY) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from Dakar to Bamako at 3h 30m one-way, 1h 31m longer than the 1h 59m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 27

When flying from Dakar to Bamako, which airport offers the shortest layover?

Accepted Answer

Conakry (CKY) had the shortest average connection time for Dakar to Bamako layovers at 2h 10m over the past three months.

Question 28

How many direct flights run daily between Dakar and Bamako?

Accepted Answer

There are 1 to 2 flights per day from Dakar to Bamako, which is about 13 flights per week. Tuesday has the most departures with 15% of weekly flights.

Question 29

What time of day do most flights depart from Dakar to Bamako?

Accepted Answer

Most direct flights from Dakar to Bamako depart in the morning, accounting for 100% of direct departures. Around 1 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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