Flying from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Banjul International Airport (BJL): what you need to know
Accra and Banjul are both in the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
To ensure you get on your ACC to BJL flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kotoka International Airport to Banjul International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between ACC and BJL include:
Lungi International Airport
Blaise Diagne International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
Currently, R 9,174 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Kotoka International Airport to Banjul International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 14,195. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from ACC to BJL, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Kotoka International Airport to Banjul International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ACC to BJL.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kotoka International Airport to Banjul International Airport.
Handy information about Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
Of the departures from Kotoka International Airport, 70.37% land on schedule at their destination.
Kotoka International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Accra. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to ACC? If you're boarding an early flight from Kotoka International Airport to Banjul International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Banjul International Airport (BJL)
Consider booking a hotel near BJL if you have a late Kotoka International Airport to Banjul International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Set yourself up with a Banjul International Airport rental car from popular outlets like OK Mobility or OK RENT A CAR. With your own wheels, you can venture farther out of Banjul and explore places most visitors tend to miss.
Booking your vehicle from Banjul International Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to central Banjul
Banjul International Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from central Banjul. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
The quietest month for a flight from Kotoka International Airport to Banjul International Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Banjul based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Kotoka International Airport to Banjul International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. November is the warmest month in Banjul, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
March sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ACC to BJL sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Gambia
Serekunda is just one of the many places in Gambia waiting to be explored after you've seen Banjul. Around 11 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Baitus Salam Mosque, Kotu Beach and Hypolink Village.
Make your way 23 kilometres south from Banjul to visit Brikama, another notable destination in Gambia. Be sure to check out Brikama Craft Market and Kembujeh Forest Park.