Flying from Seattle to Banjul International Airport (BJL): What you need to know
Seattle is home to a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Banjul International Airport (BJL) flying out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Banjul is seven hours ahead of Seattle. Banjul International Airport is located in Banjul, which runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seattle to BJL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During high season, expect extended wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Whether you're hoping to visit a new place on the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Seattle to BJL.
Located around 23 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Banjul International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SEA make it to their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
You can get to LKE from the centre of Seattle in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Seattle to BJL flight? Unwind in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
About Banjul International Airport (BJL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BJL if you have a late flight from Seattle to Banjul International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Secure yourself a Banjul International Airport rental car from top outlets like OK Mobility or OK RENT A CAR. With your own set of wheels, you can venture beyond Banjul and check out places that don't make every guidebook.
For the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Seattle to Banjul International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Banjul International Airport is R 7,174. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 20,274. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Seattle to BJL, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Seattle to Banjul International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Seattle to Banjul International Airport (BJL). June is the busiest month to travel to Banjul. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in April.
The warmest month in Banjul is November, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Seattle to BJL plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Banjul International Airport in March when temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Banjul
Start your Banjul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Seattle to Banjul International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Our Lady of the Assumption Cathedral, Masjid Ali Ibn Abi Taleb and Roman Catholic Cathedral are attractions you won't want to skip in Banjul.
Explore more of The Gambia
Get acquainted with Banjul, then set off to uncover other exciting places in The Gambia. Head east to Basse Santa Su, around 257 kilometres away. River Gambie and Basse Santa Su Central Mosque make excellent starting points for your visit.
Next stop? Make your way to Koina. It's roughly 306 kilometres east of Banjul and home to highlights like Koina Central Mosque.
