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Nearest Airport to Bassikounou: closest airports & distances

The nearest airport to Bassikounou is Mopti Airport (MZI), about 251 km (156 mi) away in Mali. The closest large international airport is Tombouktou Airport (TOM), 328 km away.

Closest airport MZI Mopti Airport 251 km · 156 mi · ~4 h 28 min by car
Closest international TOM Tombouktou Airport 328 km · 204 mi · ~5 h 52 min by car

Airports near Bassikounou

  1. 1
    Mopti Airport Flag of MaliSévaré, Mali · Regional Airports in Mali
    MZI 251 km156 mi · ~4 h 28 min
  2. 2
    Tombouktou Airport Flag of MaliTimbuktu, Mali · International Airports in Mali
    TOM 328 km204 mi · ~5 h 52 min
  3. 3
    Modibo Keita International Airport Flag of MaliBamako, Mali · International Airports in Mali Meet & Greet →
    BKO 429 km266 mi · ~7 h 39 min

Small airfields nearby

Distances are straight-line (great-circle) from the centre of Bassikounou; driving times are estimates. Airport data: OurAirports (public domain).

Frequently asked questions

What is the nearest airport to Bassikounou?

The nearest airport to Bassikounou is Mopti Airport (MZI), about 251 km (156 mi) away in Mali. The closest large international airport is Tombouktou Airport (TOM), 328 km away.

Which international airport is closest to Bassikounou?

Tombouktou Airport (TOM) is 328 km from Bassikounou in a straight line — roughly 5 h 52 min by car.

What other airports are near Bassikounou?

Tombouktou Airport (TOM) — 328 km and Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO) — 429 km.

How long does it take to get from Bassikounou to Mopti Airport?

About 4 h 28 min by car for the 251 km straight-line distance; the actual time depends on the road and traffic.