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Flights from Bamako to Chicago

What to know about flights from Bamako to Chicago?

The distance between Bamako and Chicago is approximately 8,232.96 km. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in August.

Cheapest one-way
$1,078
Ethiopian Airlines Ethiopian Airlines BKO-CHI 26h 50m · 1 stop Wed, Nov 18
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Cheapest round-trip
$2,480
Ethiopian Airlines Ethiopian Airlines BKO-CHI 32h 36m · 3 stops Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19
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When to travel
September
Cheapest
August
Peak season for travel
Route details
8,232.96 km
Flight distance

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Bamako to Chicago over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from $1,078 and round-trip from $2,480. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • BKO 10:50 AM
        32h 36m
        2 stops
        ORD 2:26 PM
        Bamako - Chicago | Wed, Oct 14 | Ethiopian Airlines
        ORD 10:15 AM
        22h 50m
        1 stop
        BKO 2:05 PM
        Chicago - Bamako | Mon, Oct 19 | Ethiopian Airlines
        $2,480 $5,726
        56% off
        56% off
        $5,726 $2,480
      • BKO 10:20 AM
        34h 25m
        2 stops
        ORD 3:45 PM
        Bamako - Chicago | Wed, Oct 14 | Air Cote D'Ivoire
        ORD 8:35 PM
        62h 5m
        2 stops
        BKO 3:40 PM
        Chicago - Bamako | Mon, Oct 19 | Emirates
        $2,598 $5,726
        55% off
        55% off
        $5,726 $2,598
      • BKO 2:05 AM
        36h 35m
        2 stops
        ORD 9:40 AM
        Bamako - Chicago | Wed, Oct 14 | Royal Air Maroc
        ORD 11:25 AM
        26h 25m
        2 stops
        BKO 6:50 PM
        Chicago - Bamako | Mon, Oct 19 | Turkish Airlines
        $3,093 $5,726
        46% off
        46% off
        $5,726 $3,093
      • BKO 9:05 AM
        34h 21m
        2 stops
        ORD 2:26 PM
        Bamako - Chicago | Wed, Oct 14 | Asky Airlines
        ORD 2:37 PM
        20h 18m
        2 stops
        BKO 3:55 PM
        Chicago - Bamako | Mon, Oct 19 | United Airlines
        $4,466
        22% off
        $5,726 $4,466
      • BKO 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CHI 2:00 PM
        Bamako - Chicago | Thu, Oct 15 | Normal Airline
        CHI 3:00 PM
        6h
        Nonstop
        BKO 4:00 PM
        Chicago - Bamako | Sat, Oct 17 | Normal Airline
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      • BKO 10:50 AM
        26h 50m
        1 stop
        ORD 7:40 AM
        Bamako - Chicago | Wed, Nov 18 | Ethiopian Airlines
        $1,078 $1,629
        34% off
        34% off
        $1,629 $1,078
      • BKO 10:50 AM
        26h 50m
        1 stop
        ORD 7:40 AM
        Bamako - Chicago | Fri, Nov 20 | Ethiopian Airlines
        $1,139 $1,629
        30% off
        30% off
        $1,629 $1,139
      • BKO 11:15 AM
        26h 25m
        1 stop
        ORD 7:40 AM
        Bamako - Chicago | Sat, Nov 21 | Ethiopian Airlines
        $1,270 $1,629
        22% off
        22% off
        $1,629 $1,270
      • BKO 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CHI 2:00 PM
        Bamako - Chicago | Thu, Oct 15 | Normal Airline
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Which airlines are the most popular for Bamako to Chicago flights?

You can choose from 1 airlines that fly from Bamako to Chicago, including Ethiopian Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines has lowest fares on this route.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Bamako to Chicago according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from Bamako to Chicago (BKO-CHI)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Ethiopian Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $1,078 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. BKO to ORD on Wed, Nov 18), while Ethiopian Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $2,480 departing on Wed, Oct 14 and returning on Mon, Oct 19.
  • At the moment, several airlines serve connecting flights from Bamako to Chicago, including: Ethiopian Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings made by users on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Bamako to Chicago is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • To find best deals on flights from Bamako to Chicago, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Wed, Nov 18, with one-way flights priced at just $1,078.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Ethiopian Airlines.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Chicago travel is around August.
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  • The cheapest months to fly from Bamako to Chicago is September, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Bamako to Chicago on October 13, 2026 with Ethiopian Airlines, with prices starting at $1,138.
  • You can arrive at any of the following airports in Chicago: O'Hare International Airport (ORD), Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), and Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD). Flights from Modibo Keita International Airport to O'Hare International Airport (BKO-ORD) are by far the most popular option for this route.
  • The time difference between Chicago and Bamako is 6h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Bamako to Chicago is $1,204. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Enter Bamako and Chicago, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

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Voluntary cancellation/change:
To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.