Modibo Keita International Airport serves Bamako, capital of Mali, approximately 15 km from the city center.
Given the current security situation in the country, traffic is now predominantly humanitarian, diplomatic, and business-related.
How to get to Senou Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to BKO
Parking near Senou Airport
The authorized parking is located opposite the terminal building.
Parking here generally costs little.
How to get to Bamako from BKO
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Senou Airport
Car rental options are limited; given the current context, transportation typically requires organization through reliable operators with drivers.
Keep a driver's license, passport, and credit card readily available.
Hotels near Senou Airport
ACI 2000
About 20 minutes by car from Sénou Airport; taxi fare agreed in advance, about 10,000-15,000 CFA francs (15-23 euros).
Best for: Business trips and those who want to stay in the capital's most modern district, with the shortest transfer from the airport.
- The district with the capital's highest concentration of embassies, company offices and restaurants
- The closest to the airport among the areas with internationally rated hotels
- Few sites of historical interest: the district was born in the 2000s as an office district
- Outside office hours the area empties out quickly in the evening
Quartier du Fleuve and city centre
Crossing the Pont des Martyrs, 30-40 minutes from the airport depending on traffic, longer than the transfer to ACI 2000.
Best for: Travellers who want the craft market, the National Museum of Mali and the life of the historic centre on the north bank of the Niger River.
- Quartier du Fleuve just steps from the National Museum of Mali and the craft market
- More street life and independent restaurants than ACI 2000
- Longer transfer from the airport, made worse by traffic on the bridges over the Niger
- Fewer internationally rated hotels than ACI 2000
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is appropriately sized for its role as the country's sole international gateway.
For flights, it's recommended to arrive at least 3 hours in advance.
Map of Senou Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is it currently safe to travel to Mali?
No, most Western governments strongly advise against all travel to the country: always check your country's updated travel advisories before considering any trip.
Q. Who travels to Mali today?
Current traffic is mostly diplomatic, humanitarian and business-related, not tourist, given the country's security situation.
Q. Can Timbuktu still be visited?
No, the ancient city, once a historic tourist destination, is located in an area strongly advised against by international travel warnings.
Q. How can you travel safely from Bamako airport?
It's strongly recommended to arrange transfer through your own organization, embassy or a reliable security service, rather than a street taxi.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights