Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Banjul International Airport (BJL): what you need to know
London and Banjul are both in the UTC+0 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your LGW to BJL flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Banjul International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between LGW and BJL include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Banjul International Airport flight is R 3,121. A return fare is currently R 6,004. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LGW to BJL if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Banjul International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Snapping up cheap flights from LGW to BJL couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Banjul International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near LGW. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Banjul International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Banjul International Airport (BJL)
If you have a late London Gatwick Airport to Banjul International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near BJL:
Venture beyond Banjul and discover places that are off the radar with your own wheels. You can grab a Banjul International Airport rental car from popular outlets like OK Mobility or OK RENT A CAR.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Banjul International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to central Banjul
Banjul International Airport to the centre of Banjul has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
When to fly to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
January is the busiest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Banjul International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Banjul in April.
When reserving your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Banjul International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. November is the warmest month in Banjul, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
March has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LGW to BJL around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Gambia
Banjul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Gambia waiting to be explored. Around 11 kilometres west of Banjul, a visit to Serekunda will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Baitus Salam Mosque, Kotu Beach and Hypolink Village.
Next stop? Head for Brikama. It's roughly 23 kilometres south of Banjul and is known for highlights including Brikama Craft Market and Kembujeh Forest Park.