Travelling from Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO) to London: what you need to know
Bamako (the location of Bamako-Senou International Airport) and London share the same timezone — UTC+0.
To avoid rushing for your BKO to London flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from BKO to London with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
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To reach BKO from central Bamako, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. It's roughly 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your flight from Bamako-Senou International Airport to London off to an easy start. Just a short ride from BKO, book a night at Le Tounkaranke Residence Fasso KANU- villa- and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Of the departures from Bamako-Senou International Airport, 57.61% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bamako-Senou International Airport (BKO) to London
R 7,318 is currently the best price for a one-way Bamako-Senou International Airport to London flight. Return flight tickets start at R 15,355. These prices may change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from BKO to London, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Bamako-Senou International Airport to London ticket.
Snapping up a cheap flight from BKO to London is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bamako-Senou International Airport to London.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes around 55 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Bamako-Senou International Airport to London. Book one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and discover more of London and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead of your flight from BKO to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Central London is about 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). After your flight from Bamako-Senou International Airport to London has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 30 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near LGW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your BKO to London flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a London Gatwick Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from LGW three weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Bamako-Senou International Airport to London has touched down. Central London is about 64 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour to reach by car.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Choose a hotel close to STN and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late BKO to London flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next leg of your journey with a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar are some companies you can book with.
If you're looking for a vehicle with specific features, lock in your ride from STN about four weeks before your flight from Bamako-Senou International Airport to London. This gives you a better shot at getting your preferred car, as well as a better price.
Best time to go to London
Plan your trip to London in peak season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Bamako-Senou International Airport to London in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in a Bamako-Senou International Airport to London flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from BKO to London around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Bamako-Senou International Airport to London, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
