Flying from Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO) to Abidjan Airport (ABJ): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Modibo Keita International Airport to Abidjan Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Bamako and Abidjan share the UTC+0 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Pack your bags and choose from 18 weekly Modibo Keita International Airport to Abidjan Airport flights.
Your BKO to ABJ flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
A good range of airlines operate direct flights from Modibo Keita International Airport to Abidjan Airport. Fly nonstop to Abidjan with these top carriers and get to know this incredible part of Ivory Coast:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Air Côte dIvoire on this route.
Tunisair is the most punctual carrier that offers BKO to ABJ flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Modibo Keita International Airport to Abidjan Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between BKO and ABJ:
Blaise Diagne International Airport
Cotonou Airport
Conakry Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO) to Abidjan Airport (ABJ)
Currently, R 4,256 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Modibo Keita International Airport to Abidjan Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 8,609. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from BKO to ABJ, reserve your trip 11 months before your planned departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Modibo Keita International Airport to Abidjan Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO)
Of the departures from Modibo Keita International Airport, 72% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Modibo Keita International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Bamako. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near BKO. Whether you have an early flight from Modibo Keita International Airport to Abidjan Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Abidjan Airport (ABJ)
If you're coming in on a late Modibo Keita International Airport to Abidjan Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near ABJ:
Grab a Abidjan Airport rental car and explore Abidjan and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Avis and Green Motion are leading providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Abidjan Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Abidjan Airport (ABJ) to central Abidjan
From Abidjan Airport, Abidjan is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Abidjan Airport (ABJ)
December is the busiest month for flights from Modibo Keita International Airport to Abidjan Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Abidjan in March.
When booking your flight from Modibo Keita International Airport to Abidjan Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Abidjan, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BKO to ABJ in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Ivory Coast
You've done Abidjan, now it's time to explore other parts of Ivory Coast. Travel about 290 kilometres north-west to Bouake to tick off its top attractions. From Great Mosque in Dar Es Salaam to Teinturiers de Dar Es Salam Bouaké and Water Tower of Dar Es Salaam, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Korhogo is another must-experience destination in Ivory Coast and is around 483 kilometres north of Abidjan. No trip is complete without visiting Lieu de fabrication du balafon, Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Korhogo and Centre d'action culturelle de korhogo.
