Rome2Rio

How to get fromAthens to Timbuktuby plane or car

Find Transport to Timbuktu

See all options

There are 3 ways to get from Athens to Timbuktu by plane or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Fly to Gao International Airport, drive

    best
    1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Gao International Airport (GAQ)plane plane ATH - GAQ
    2. Drive from Gao International Airport (GAQ) to Timbuktucar car
    43h 20m
    $374–816

  2. Fly to Néma Airport, drive

    1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Néma Airport (EMN)plane plane ATH - EMN
    2. Drive from Néma Airport (EMN) to Timbuktucar car
    2d
    $439–1,056

  3. Fly to Mopti Airport, drive

    1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Mopti Airport (MZI)plane plane ATH - MZI
    2. Drive from Mopti Airport (MZI) to Timbuktucar car
    4d 5h
    $409–846

Athens International Airport (ATH) to Gao International Airport (GAQ) flights

Calendar4Weekly Planes
Duration29h 5mAverage Duration
Ticket$293Cheapest Price
See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Athens to Timbuktu.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 3,812.6 km
  • Duration: 43h 20m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Timbuktu, Tombouctou Region, Mali?

There is no direct connection from Athens to Timbuktu. However, you can take the taxi to Athens-Airport-ATH airport, fly to Gao International Airport (GAQ), then drive to Timbuktu. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Athens-Airport-ATH airport, fly to Néma Airport (EMN), then drive to Timbuktu.

Airlines

Want to know more about travelling around Mali

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides