Cheap Bamako Flights
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There are 27 flights operating between Istanbul and Bamako. You may find frequent flights from Istanbul, Bodrum and New York to Bamako.

Are you looking for cheap fares for Bamako flights? In the coming 3 months: Abidjan Bamako 4,806 TL, Ankara Bamako 20,576 TL and Antalya Bamako 22,700 TL

Better to book your flight to Bamako 18 days before departure to get the best fares on average.

December and July months are the highest season for Mali, Bamako. The prices are higher compared to the other periods. You will find the cheapest flight prices in the following months: May and January.

Bamako is the capital and largest city of Mali, located in Africa. Built on the Niger River, this city has the distinction of being the fastest growing city in Africa and the 6th fastest growing in the world in 2006. In addition to being the administrative center of the country, Bamako is also a large commercial district and conference center with its river port located near Koulikoro.

Textile, processed meat and metal goods are the main sources of livelihood of the city, which provides a nice experience with its detached and low-rise houses, colorful people and streets. There is also commercial fishing in the Niger River. The name Bamako comes from the Bambara language and means Crocodile River. Founded as a small village, Bamako becomes the capital of French Sudan, founded in 1920, and then the capital of the Republic of Mali, founded in 1960.

Bamako Attractions

One of the places you must come to on your Bamako trip is Mali National Park. This green area, which is frequented by both locals and tourists, is a place where people sit on the grass, have lunch and rest. There are also restaurants in the park. Entry to the park is free.

Another spot where you can be in touch with nature after Mali National Park is the nearby Bamako Zoo. This national zoo is established on an area of ​​6 hectares and attracts visitors with its rich species diversity. More than 100 animal species live in the zoo, including 21 different bird species, 13 different reptiles and 58 different fish species. Entrance fee to Bamako Zoo, one of the most visited spots in Mali.

Mali National Museum, an anthropology and archeology museum located in Bakamo, is one of the largest museums in Africa. In addition to artifacts and sculptures that shed light on the history of Mali, the museum, which was opened in 1953, also exhibits local items such as musical instruments, clothes, fabrics and masks.

Bakamo Grand Mosque, located in the city center of Bakamo, belongs to the pre-colonial period and is made of half mud brick. The mosque, which is one of the tallest structures in the city, can be seen from almost everywhere. Bakamo Grand Mosque is open to tourists most of the time.

Although the Great Mosque of Djenne is located within the borders of Djenne, it is located in the north of Bamako, close to Bamako, and is one of the must-see places in the country. Described as the world's largest earthen mosque, the mosque was built of mud brick. Its construction began in the 13th century, but took its current form in the early 19th century. The mosque, which is on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage list, is one of the symbols of both the city and the country with its appearance resembling large sand castles.

If you want to chat with the local people, see how they dress and live in Bamako, you can go to the markets and shop. You can also stroll through its narrow streets and see mud-brick houses.

How to go

You can take direct flights to Bamako three days a week with Turkish Airlines. The journey time is approximately 9 hours. In addition, it is possible to fly with other airlines as a connecting flight.