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There are 2 ways to get from Athens to Timbuktu by plane or car

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  1. Fly to Néma Airport, drive

    best
    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 2h
    $390–1,070

  2. Fly to Gao International Airport, drive

    cheapest
    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
    3d 8h
    $365–1,030

Athens International Airport (ATH) to Néma Airport (EMN) flights

Calendar1Weekly Planes
Duration35h 45mAverage Duration
Ticket$312Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 4,506.8 km
  • Duration: 2d 2h

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 subway to Athens Airport, walk to Athens International Airport (ATH) airport, fly to Néma Airport (EMN), then drive to Timbuktu. Alternatively, you can take the subway to Athens Airport, walk to Athens International Airport (ATH) airport, fly to Gao International Airport (GAQ), then drive to Timbuktu.

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