Flying from Vancouver to Banjul International Airport (BJL): What you need to know
You can choose from a few airports when organising your flight from Vancouver to Banjul International Airport (BJL). Explore your options for jetting out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
The timezone in Banjul is UTC+0, which is seven hours ahead of Vancouver. Banjul International Airport is located in Banjul.
Your flight from Vancouver to BJL won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver to Banjul International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the flights that depart from Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% land on time at their destination.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in around 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to BJL flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From central Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early Vancouver to Banjul International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Abbotsford Airport and get to your gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights get to their destinations without delays. At YXX, that figure is 67.97%.
About Banjul International Airport (BJL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Banjul International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near BJL instead:
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Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Vancouver to Banjul International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
At the moment, R 13,720 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Banjul International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 30,067. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Vancouver to BJL. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Banjul. June is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Banjul International Airport (BJL), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Book a Vancouver 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).
Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Banjul International Airport in March if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Banjul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Banjul right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Banjul International Airport:
Your Banjul visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include Our Lady of the Assumption Cathedral, Masjid Ali Ibn Abi Taleb and Roman Catholic Cathedral.
Explore more of The Gambia
Discover the best of Banjul, then set off to uncover other must-see parts of The Gambia. Head east to Basse Santa Su, about 257 kilometres away. River Gambie and Basse Santa Su Central Mosque make excellent starting points for your visit.
Have time for another stop? Head for Koina. It's around 306 kilometres east of Banjul and boasts highlights like Koina Central Mosque.
