Travelling from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to Banjul Airport (BJL): what you need to know
The timezone in Banjul is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of New York.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your EWR to BJL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like December, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from New York Newark Airport to Banjul Airport. These are the top stopovers between EWR and BJL:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Barcelona Airport
Brussels International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to Banjul Airport (BJL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way New York Newark Airport to Banjul Airport flight is R 8,638. A round-trip fare right now is R 17,789. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from EWR to BJL, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from New York Newark Airport to Banjul Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from EWR to BJL.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from New York Newark Airport to Banjul Airport.
Handy information about New York Newark Airport (EWR)
EWR's address is Building 1, Conrad Road.
Of the flights that depart from New York Newark Airport, 71% land on time at their destination.
New York Newark Airport is about 14 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near EWR. Whether you're taking an early flight from New York Newark Airport to Banjul Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Banjul Airport (BJL)
Book a hotel close to BJL if you're on a late New York Newark Airport to Banjul Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Book a Banjul Airport rental car and check out destinations off the typical tourist track. OK Mobility and OK RENT A CAR can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Banjul and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Banjul Airport around three weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Banjul Airport (BJL)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from New York Newark Airport to Banjul Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Banjul. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from New York Newark Airport to Banjul Airport for November if you'd like to explore Banjul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EWR to BJL in March. Temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of The Gambia
Banjul has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of The Gambia you'll want to see. About 11 kilometres west of Banjul, a visit to Serekunda will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Bijilo Monkey Park, Kotu Beach and Bijilo Forest Park.