Bamako to Kayes flights
Kayes lies 427 km (265 mi) north-west of Bamako, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 18 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Bamako | Kayes | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mali | Mali |
| Population | 4.2 million | 194,716 |
| Elevation | 374 m (1,227 ft) | 47 m (154 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Bamako) | UTC+0 (Africa/Bamako) |
| Nearest large airport | BKO, 9 km out | KYS, 6 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Bamako
Bamako is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,498-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Kayes
Kayes is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kayes Dag Dag Airport (KYS), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,858 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kayes Dag Dag Airport (regional) | KYS | 6 km (4 mi) | 8,858 ft | 164 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Kayes from Bamako?
427 km (265 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Bamako.
How long does it take to get from Bamako to Kayes by air?
About 1 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bamako and Kayes?
No, both are on Africa/Bamako at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bamako to Kayes flights?
Typically Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO) to Kayes Dag Dag Airport (KYS).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.