Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Banjul International Airport (BJL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Banjul International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 25 minutes.
Lisbon and Banjul share the UTC+0 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your LIS to BJL flight.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Banjul (and then exploring more of Gambia!) is a cinch with TAP Portugal. This popular carrier has direct flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Banjul International Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with TAP Portugal on this route.
TAP Portugal is the most punctual carrier offering LIS to BJL flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Banjul International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between LIS and BJL include:
Mohamed V International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Banjul International Airport flight is R 3,737. A return ticket right now is R 8,099. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LIS to BJL.
The cheapest month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Banjul International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LIS to BJL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Banjul International Airport.
Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Of the departures from Lisbon Portela Airport, 64.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Lisbon to Lisbon Portela Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near LIS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Banjul International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Banjul International Airport (BJL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Lisbon Portela Airport to Banjul International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BJL instead:
Explore beyond Banjul and head to places that aren't on the typical itinerary with your own set of wheels. You can book a Banjul International Airport rental car from providers like OK Mobility or OK RENT A CAR.
Booking your ride from Banjul International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to central Banjul
Banjul International Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from central Banjul. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Banjul International Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Banjul. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Banjul is November, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Banjul International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from LIS to BJL in March if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Gambia
Serekunda is just one of the many places in Gambia waiting to be explored once you've seen Banjul. Around 11 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Baitus Salam Mosque, Kotu Beach and Hypolink Village.
Head 23 kilometres south from Banjul and you'll find yourself in Brikama, another notable destination in Gambia. No trip is complete without seeing Brikama Craft Market and Kembujeh Forest Park.