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Nearest Airport to Timbuktu: closest airports & distances
The nearest airport to Timbuktu is Tombouktou Airport (TOM), about 4.8 km (3 mi) away.
Closest airport
TOM
Tombouktou Airport
4.8 km · 3 mi · ~5 min by car
Airports near Timbuktu
- 1 TOM 4.8 km3 mi · ~5 min
- 2 MZI 276 km172 mi · ~4 h 56 min
- 3 GAQ 325 km202 mi · ~5 h 49 min
Small airfields nearby
- Goundam Airport · GAGM79 km
Distances are straight-line (great-circle) from the centre of Timbuktu; driving times are estimates. Airport data: OurAirports (public domain).
Frequently asked questions
What is the nearest airport to Timbuktu?
The nearest airport to Timbuktu is Tombouktou Airport (TOM), about 4.8 km (3 mi) away.
Which international airport is closest to Timbuktu?
Tombouktou Airport (TOM) is 4.8 km from Timbuktu in a straight line — roughly 5 min by car.
What other airports are near Timbuktu?
Mopti Airport (MZI) — 276 km and Gao International Airport (GAQ) — 325 km.
How long does it take to get from Timbuktu to Tombouktou Airport?
About 5 min by car for the 4.8 km straight-line distance; the actual time depends on the road and traffic.