Travelling from Washington DC to Banjul International Airport (BJL): What you need to know
Banjul International Airport is located in Banjul. The city operates on the UTC+0 timezone and is five hours ahead of Washington DC.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Washington DC to BJL.
With more people on the move during busy periods like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
DCA is around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, data shows 71% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
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You can arrive at IAD from central Washington DC in approximately 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
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77% of flights taking off from Washington Dulles International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 40 minutes to arrive by car and 50 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
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The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77%. To put it simply, that's how often flights from this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Banjul International Airport (BJL)
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Getting from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to central Banjul
Banjul International Airport is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Banjul. It takes around 35 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
R 11,734 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Banjul International Airport. Return flights start from R 13,285. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to BJL. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
February is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Banjul International Airport (BJL). Visit Banjul in May for a more low-key escape.
Lock in a Washington DC to BJL plane ticket departing in November if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Banjul to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
March sees temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Banjul International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Banjul
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Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Our Lady of the Assumption Cathedral, Banjul Central Mosque and Arch 22 are must-do's during your Banjul adventure.
Explore more of The Gambia
Any journey through The Gambia wouldn't be complete without visiting Basse Santa Su. River Gambie is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 257 kilometres east of Banjul.
