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Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO)
Modibo Keita International Airport is an international airport serving Bamako (Koulikoro Region), Mali. Its IATA code is BKO and its ICAO code is GABS. It has one runway, 3,200 m long.
- IATABKO
- ICAOGABS
- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- BKO
- ICAO code
- GABS
- City
- Bamako
- Region / province
- Koulikoro Region
- Country / territory
- Mali
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 12.5335° N, 7.9499° W
- Elevation
- 380 m (1,247 ft)
- Time zone
- Africa/Bamako (UTC)estimated from location
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 3,200 m (10,498 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 3,200 m10,498 ft | Asphalt |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
12,309 km
Direct flight: ≈ 15 h 55 min
Hanoi (HAN)
11,869 km
Direct flight: ≈ 15 h 20 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
12,343 km
Direct flight: ≈ 15 h 55 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Air / ground A/G | 667.300 MHz |
| ACC | 119.100 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 118.300 MHz |
Air freight to and from Modibo Keita International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Bamako through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Mali
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tombouktou Airport | TOM | 707 km |
| Gao International Airport | GAQ | 950 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Modibo Keita International Airport?
The IATA code of Modibo Keita International Airport is BKO and its ICAO code is GABS. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Modibo Keita International Airport located?
Modibo Keita International Airport is in Bamako, Koulikoro Region, Mali, at coordinates 12.5335° N, 7.9499° W and an elevation of 380 m (1,247 ft).
How far is Modibo Keita International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Modibo Keita International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 12,343 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 11,869 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 12,309 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 15 h 55 min.
How long is the runway at Modibo Keita International Airport?
The longest runway at Modibo Keita International Airport is 3,200 m (10,498 ft) long, with a asphalt surface. The airport has one runway in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Modibo Keita International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.