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Cheapest return flight
£767
Typical prices: £611-£847
Tunisair
Fri 23/3Fri 6/4
BKO - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£855
Typical prices: £459-£597
Tunisair
Sat 10/11
BKO - IST • 1 stop
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 • 14% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Ouagadougou (OUA)
Cheapest • Avg £609 (return)
Niamey (NIM)
Shortest trip • 9h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Bamako to Istanbul (BKO-IST)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Bamako to Istanbul

Tue, 23 Mar - Tue, 6 Apr
Tunisair Logo
00:55 - 02:45BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
22h 50m1 stop Tunis Carthage
Tunisair Logo
13:10 - 00:05IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
13h 55m2 stops Tunis Carthage Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
£767Tunisair
Sun, 17 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:05 - 17:55BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
20h 50m2 stops Dakar Blaise Diagne Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:10 - 18:55IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
27h 45m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
£785Multiple Airlines
Sun, 17 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 - 12:20BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
46h 40m3 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Accra Kotoka Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:10 - 04:00IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
12h 50m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
£802Multiple Airlines
Sun, 17 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:05 - 21:10BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
24h 05m2 stops Dakar Blaise Diagne Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:55 - 00:55IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
18h 00m3 stops Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Madrid Barajas Casablanca Mohamed V
£817Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:50 - 18:40BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
29h 50m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:10 - 09:10IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
40h 00m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Accra Kotoka Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
£841Multiple Airlines
Thu, 15 Apr - Thu, 29 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:10 - 11:55BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
38h 45m3 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Accra Kotoka Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:45 - 17:25IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
30h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
£843Multiple Airlines
Thu, 19 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:50 - 18:40BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
27h 50m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:10 - 08:40IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
39h 30m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Accra Kotoka Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
£859Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Apr - Mon, 26 Apr
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:50 - 04:45BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
14h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:55 - 14:05IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
17h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£896Ethiopian Air
Sun, 17 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
Royal Air Maroc Logo
19:40 - 16:50BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
18h 10m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
Royal Air Maroc Logo
18:10 - 00:55IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
9h 45m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
£902Royal Air Maroc
Fri, 16 Apr - Sat, 1 May
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:00 - 21:10BKO  Bamako-IST Istanbul
20h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
00:10 - 14:05IST  Istanbul-BKO Bamako
16h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£914Ethiopian 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 with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Bamako to Istanbul Airport?

Return flights from Bamako to Istanbul Airport typically range from £611 to £847. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £767 on Tunisair.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bamako to Istanbul Airport. It's 10% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 41% higher.

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 £581 return.
•May (£1,175) and June (£922) 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

£767
Beat the crowds with an average 43% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 61% increase in traveller numbers.
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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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • How long is a flight from Bamako to Istanbul Airport?

    A direct flight from Bamako to Istanbul Airport takes 00m, covering 2,968 miles.

  • 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.

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

    Return flights from Bamako to Istanbul Airport range from £611 to £847, with an average of £675 over the past 12 months. Anything below £611 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, direct and stopover fares are close on average, with direct at £616 return and stopover options via Ouagadougou (OUA) at £609.

  • 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.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £767 to £1,549. 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 £855, which is 74% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £30 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental

  • 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).

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

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

    • Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) – 37% of one-stop connections
    • Ouagadougou (OUA) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Niamey (NIM) – 13% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Bamako to Istanbul Airport. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £611 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £953, a difference of £342.

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

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

    Flying via Ouagadougou (OUA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 8h 53m, compared to 9h 07m via Niamey (NIM) and 11h 51m 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 popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

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

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 and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average £611, about £342 less than Tuesday fares (36% 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 £581 return in that month – typically £594 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Ouagadougou Airport (OUA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £609 return on this route – about £7 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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