How to find cheap flights to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
Right now, R 10,023 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Banjul International Airport. Or you can book a round-trip plane ticket to BJL for R 17,518.
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Don't put things off until the last moment. You're more likely to find the best price on tickets to Banjul, where Banjul International Airport is located, if you book as early as possible. Airlines often have some awesome early bird deals.
Select 'Add nearby airports' when searching for a better chance of securing cheap flights to Banjul. This will give you more choices for where you begin and end your journey, along with different fares.
If there's no rush to travel to Banjul, think about taking a longer or less direct route. You might find cheaper plane tickets to Banjul International Airport if you book a flight with one or more stops.
Best time to go to Banjul
The cheapest month to board a flight to Banjul is typically May.
To find the cheapest month for flights to BJL, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you have flexible travel dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they highlight the lowest available fares.
Head to Banjul in June if you'd like to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to BJL, but also when tickets are likely to cost more.
The quietest time of the year to go is April. Lock in your plane tickets to Banjul then and enjoy the top attractions at a more relaxed pace.
The weather can make or break a trip, so consider the type of conditions you prefer to get away in. Banjul is warmest in November, averaging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Temperatures are lowest in March, when they range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Hoping for a clearer forecast? January is the driest month in Banjul.
The wettest time of year is August. Take your trip then and you'll likely get around 23 days of rainfall.
Flying to Banjul International Airport (BJL): What you need to know
Skip the layovers and get to Banjul in one easy hop. Take a direct flight to Banjul International Airport with one of these airlines:
If you want to jet away with the carrier that has the best track record for punctuality, book your BJL plane ticket with LEVEL. Up to 68% of its flights to this airport arrive as scheduled.
When you touch down at BJL, you'll be in the UTC+0 timezone.
Whether you're arriving late or just want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some comfortable hotels near Banjul International Airport. Kick back at one of these after your flight to BJL:
Pick up a car hire in BJL and visit places you won't find on every itinerary. OK Mobility and OK RENT A CAR can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Banjul and beyond.
Banjul International Airport has an on-time performance of 72%. This figure tracks how regularly flights from BJL reach their destination as scheduled.
Banjul International Airport is located in Banjul, Banjul, The Gambia.
Getting to central Banjul from Banjul International Airport (BJL)
Central Banjul is about 26 kilometres from BJL.
You'll get to the centre in around 35 minutes if you're taking a cab or a ride-share after your flight to BJL.
If you'd love to stay near all the action in Banjul, unpack your suitcase at one of these top options:
Banjul highlights
These popular attractions should be on your itinerary after hopping off your flight to Banjul:
Our Lady of the Assumption Cathedral: Around 0.48 kilometres south of the city centre, this landmark is the perfect spot to start your sightseeing in the city.
Roman Catholic Cathedral: Take on this landmark next. Around 0.48 kilometres south of the city centre, it's also worth a visit to get the full Banjul experience.
How to get to Brikama from Banjul International Airport (BJL)
Brikama is around 8 kilometres from BJL. Journey times by ride-share or cab will vary based on traffic and the time of day, so do some research before your trip.
Travelling from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to Gunjur
Gunjur is around 23 kilometres from Banjul International Airport if you're going in that direction.
The drive time to Gunjur is roughly 55 minutes.
Explore more of The Gambia
Craving more adventure? Serekunda is an essential stop in The Gambia. It's about 11 kilometres north of Banjul and features Bijilo Monkey Park, Kotu Beach and Bijilo Forest Park.
Brikama is another popular destination in The Gambia and is roughly 8 kilometres south of Banjul. Make it a trip to remember with stops at Brikama Craft Market, Kembujeh Forest Park and western union.