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Nearest Airport to Tessalit: closest airports & distances
The nearest airport to Tessalit is Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport (BMW), about 131 km (81 mi) away in Algeria. The closest large international airport is Tombouktou Airport (TOM), 573 km away.
Closest airport
BMW
Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport
131 km · 81 mi · ~2 h 20 min by car
Closest international
TOM
Tombouktou Airport
573 km · 356 mi · ~10 h 14 min by car
Airports near Tessalit
- 1 BMW 131 km81 mi · ~2 h 20 min
- 2 GAQ 452 km281 mi · ~8 h 05 min
- 3 TOM 573 km356 mi · ~10 h 14 min
Bordj Badji Mokhtar, Algeria · RegionalSmall airfields nearby
- Tessalit Airport · GATS5.9 km
Distances are straight-line (great-circle) from the centre of Tessalit; driving times are estimates. Airport data: OurAirports (public domain).
Frequently asked questions
What is the nearest airport to Tessalit?
The nearest airport to Tessalit is Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport (BMW), about 131 km (81 mi) away in Algeria. The closest large international airport is Tombouktou Airport (TOM), 573 km away.
Which international airport is closest to Tessalit?
Tombouktou Airport (TOM) is 573 km from Tessalit in a straight line — roughly 10 h 14 min by car.
What other airports are near Tessalit?
Gao International Airport (GAQ) — 452 km and Tombouktou Airport (TOM) — 573 km.
How long does it take to get from Tessalit to Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport?
About 2 h 20 min by car for the 131 km straight-line distance; the actual time depends on the road and traffic.