Obuase to Bamako flights
Bamako lies 993 km (617 mi) north-west of Obuase, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 1 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.
| Obuase | Bamako | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ghana | Mali |
| Population | 179,604 | 4.2 million |
| Elevation | 215 m (705 ft) | 374 m (1,227 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Accra) | UTC+0 (Africa/Bamako) |
| Nearest large airport | KMS, 58 km out | BKO, 9 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Bamako
Crossing from Ghana into Mali: money changes from the Cedi to the Franc (XOF); sockets are Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +223; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648842.
Airports at each end
Leaving Obuase
Obuase is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Prempeh I International Airport (KMS), 58 km (36 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,612 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in 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.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modibo Keita International Airport | BKO | 9 km (6 mi) | 10,498 ft | 1,247 ft |
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Staying in Bamako
Our booking partner lists 51 places to stay in Bamako. Of the 28 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (14), and 3 are five-star. Guests have left 1,122 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Bamako from Obuase?
993 km (617 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Obuase.
How long does it take to get from Obuase to Bamako by air?
About 2 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Obuase and Bamako?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Obuase to Bamako flights?
Typically Prempeh I International Airport (KMS) to Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO).
What currency do I need in Bamako?
The Franc (XOF).
Where can I stay in Bamako?
Our booking partner lists 51 places to stay in Bamako, bookable on this site.
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.