Flights to Mali

Flights to Mali

Mali has a total of 5 airports, Bamako Airport (BKO) serves as a hub for intercontinental travel, 1 airport receives international flights, this is Bamako Airport (Senou International Airport). With domestic flights available at every airport, traveling by plane offers a fast and efficient way to explore the country. 4 of these airports exclusively serve domestic flights. All airports in Mali together handle 403 flights this month, departing from 18 airports in 14 countries, operated by 11 different airlines — none of them are a low-cost carrier. You can fly to Mali in Economy, Premium Economy and Business Class.

FlightConnections provides all the information you need to plan your flight to Mali. Airports, destinations, routes and schedules are all clearly displayed on our interactive flight map. If you prefer a list view, the sections below with available departure and arrival airports might be useful. Looking to see which countries offer direct connections? You'll find that information further down, along with all airlines flying to Mali.

For a more comfortable journey, explore the Business Class sections on this page. You can also use the Class filter to choose your cabin class and see routes clearly displayed on the flight map. If you'd like to travel with an alliance, you can do so with Oneworld or Star Alliance. Simply use the Alliance filter to display their specific routes on the map.

Destinations in Mali

Explore Mali!

Discover all 5 destinations in Mali. Bamako is the most popular airport in Mali. It handles more than 90% of all flights to the country, which comes down to 361 flights this month.

Below is the full list of destinations in Mali, ranked by popularity based on the number of flights each airport handles. If you're interested in flying to any of these destinations, simply click it to view all routes, airlines, and flight schedules.

Airlines flying to Mali

When planning your trip to Mali, you have several airline options to consider. A total of 11 airlines offer direct flights to the country — none of which are low-cost airlines. Major airlines include Ethiopian Airlines, Sky Mali and Air Cote D'Ivoire. Together they operate more than half (60%) of all scheduled flights in April.

Below is an overview of the airlines that offer their services, ranked by popularity.

What is the best time to visit Mali?

Mali has destinations with multiple climate types which are desert, tropical and hot mediterranean destinations. This means that the best time to visit depends on the destination you choose. However, considering most destinations and their weather, the best time to explore Mali as a whole is from January to December (all year round). In the sections below, you can find the ideal visiting time for each specific destination. We've categorized them by climate type to help you plan your trip and to visit Mali at the best time of the year!

🏜️  Desert destinations

Typically, desert locations in Mali experience hot days with temperatures often exceeding 40°C (104°F) and cooler nights. With minimal rainfall, these areas are known for their extreme weather, breathtaking views, and the cultural traditions of the people who live there. Even with the tough living conditions, they offer a remarkable combination of adventure, peace, and stunning beauty, making them fascinating spots to discover.

Mali has 3 desert destinations where you can fly to. The destinations listed below can be visited all year round, but it is best to avoid the summer months as it can get extremely hot. That's why it is best to visit these destinations from September to May.

🌴  Tropical destinations

The tropical spots in Mali are famous for their consistently warm temperatures, ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F) throughout the year, along with high humidity and rainfall, especially in rainforest and monsoon areas.

Mali also has destinations North of the equator, where the dry season starts in November and ends in April, making this period the best to visit the country's tropical destinations. During these months it is mainly dry, while in the wet season there can be long periods of rain. Humidity and temperatures are high all year round. Currently you can fly directly to one tropical destination.

🌐 North of the equator

☀️  Hot Mediterranean destinations

The Mediterranean regions of Mali are cherished for their warm, dry summers, where temperatures often exceed 30°C (86°F). In some inland areas, temperatures can rise even higher, sometimes reaching 40°C (104°F) or more while their mild winters see a bit of rain. This delightful climate, combined with beautiful landscapes and sun-filled lifestyle attract visitors from around the globe.

Mali currently has 1 Hot Mediterranean destination that you can fly to. The destination listed below is attractive to visit all year round, but is best visited in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) when temperatures are pleasantly warm, especially since summers can get very hot in these regions.

Countries with direct flights to Mali

From which countries can you fly non-stop?

Below is a list of all 13 countries that have non-stop flights to Mali, including the number of airports that offer those flights:

Airports with direct flights to Mali

This section is ideal for finding the best airport to start your trip to Mali. All airports with direct flights are listed below, ranked by popularity. Currently, 13 airports across 13 countries and 3 continents offer direct flights to 5 airports in Mali.

Flying Business Class to Mali

Where can you fly to in Business Class?

In total, there are 18 airports across 14 countries that provide business class flights to Mali. As of today, you can arrive at 5 airports in Business Class. (Bamako, Kayes, Timbuktu, Mopti or Gao Airport).

Departure airports with Business Class flights

Business Class airports in Mali

Domestic flights across Mali

With a total of 10 domestic routes, there are plenty of flights connecting the major cities of Mali.

The list below provides you with a lot more information, from interesting statistics to an overview of all domestic routes.

International flights from Africa to Mali

There are 11 cities spread across 11 countries in Africa that offer international flights to Mali. These direct flights arrive at Bamako Airport, the only international airport in Mali.

The majority of those flights are operated by 4 airlines: Ethiopian Airlines, Air Cote D'Ivoire, ASKY Airlines and Royal Air Maroc.

In the following sections we provide detailed information on the available routes from every country with non-stop flights and (if available) stopover flights:

Flights from Côte d’Ivoire to Mali

From Côte d’Ivoire you can fly non-stop from Abidjan Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Mali: Bamako. This is the only non-stop flight route from Côte d’Ivoire to Mali, operated by 3 different airlines — none of which are low-cost airlines.

Côte d’Ivoire to Mali with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 3 airports in Côte d’Ivoire offer flights to Bamako Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Senegal to Mali

From Senegal you can fly non-stop from Dakar Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Mali: Bamako. This is the only non-stop flight route from Senegal to Mali, operated by 3 different airlines — none of which are low-cost airlines.

Senegal to Mali with a stopover

There is another option available if you consider a stopover flight: Cap Skirring Airport offers a 1-stop flight to Bamako:

Flights from Ethiopia to Mali

From Ethiopia you can fly non-stop from Addis Ababa Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Mali: Bamako. This is the only non-stop flight route from Ethiopia to Mali, operated by Ethiopian Airlines.

Ethiopia to Mali with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 26 airports in Ethiopia offer flights to Bamako Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Morocco to Mali

From Morocco you can fly non-stop from Casablanca Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Mali: Bamako. This is the only non-stop flight route from Morocco to Mali, operated by Royal Air Maroc.

Morocco to Mali with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 18 airports in Morocco offer flights to Bamako Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Togo to Mali

From Togo you can fly non-stop from Lomé Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Mali: Bamako. This is the only non-stop flight route from Togo to Mali, operated by ASKY Airlines.

Flights from Guinea to Mali

From Guinea you can fly non-stop from Conakry Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Mali: Bamako. This is the only non-stop flight route from Guinea to Mali, operated by 2 different airlines — ASKY Airlines and Air Cote D'Ivoire.

Flights from Burkina Faso to Mali

From Burkina Faso you can fly non-stop from Ouagadougou Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Mali: Bamako. This is the only non-stop flight route from Burkina Faso to Mali, operated by 2 different airlines — Air Burkina and Air Senegal.

Burkina Faso to Mali with a stopover

There is another option available if you consider a stopover flight: Bobo-Dioulasso Airport offers a 1-stop flight to Bamako:

Flights from Niger to Mali

From Niger you can fly non-stop from Niamey Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Mali: Bamako. This is the only non-stop flight route from Niger to Mali, operated by Turkish Airlines.

Flights from Benin to Mali

From Benin you can fly non-stop from Cotonou Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Mali: Bamako. This is the only non-stop flight route from Benin to Mali, operated by Corsair.

Flights from Mauritania to Mali

From Mauritania you can fly non-stop from Nouakchott Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Mali: Bamako. This is the only non-stop flight route from Mauritania to Mali, operated by Mauritania Airlines.

Mauritania to Mali with a stopover

There is another option available if you consider a stopover flight: Nouadhibou Airport offers a 1-stop flight to Bamako:

Flights from Ghana to Mali

From Ghana you can fly non-stop from Accra Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Mali: Bamako. This is the only non-stop flight route from Ghana to Mali, operated by Air Cote D'Ivoire.

Ghana to Mali with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 5 airports in Ghana offer flights to Bamako Airport with a single stop:

Intercontinental flights to Mali

There are 2 continents beyond Africa that have direct flights to Mali. A total of 2 different countries across Asia and Europe offer flights to the country. With 2 direct flight routes, connecting 2 intercontinental airports to 1 destinations, Mali maintains strong connections with key locations across the world. 2 different airlines are operating these long-haul flights.

All intercontinental flights can be found below — arranged by continent, country and departure airport.

Non-stop flights from Europe to Mali

From Europe you can only depart from France for a direct flight to Mali. These route(s) are operated by one airline.

Flights from France to Mali

Looking to fly directly from France? This is possible from Paris (Orly) only. You will arrive at Bamako — currently the only direct route connecting Mali and France. Flights are operated by Corsair.

France to Mali with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 27 airports in France offer flights to Bamako Airport with a single stop:

Non-stop flights from Asia to Mali

From Asia you can only depart from Turkey for a direct flight to Mali. These route(s) are operated by one airline.

Flights from Turkey to Mali

Looking to fly directly from Turkey? This is possible from Istanbul only. You will arrive at Bamako — currently the only direct route connecting Mali and Turkey. Flights are operated by Turkish Airlines.

Turkey to Mali with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 45 airports in Turkey offer flights to Bamako Airport with a single stop:

Most popular routes to Mali

Whether you're looking to explore the scenic landscapes, charming towns and vibrant cities of Mali, visit friends and family or simply need to attend a business meeting — we've got you covered. Check out the list below to find the most popular non-stop flights available for your journey.

Popular routes to Mali with a stopover

If there is no airport near you offering direct flights to Mali, don't worry — you can still reach the country with a brief stopover along the way.

Below is a list of the most popular routes that require a stopover.

To see all 1- or 2-stop flight options, simply use the "Show indirect destinations" button on the map, or use the search bar to select your departure airport and discover all available routes from there to Mali!

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