Travelling from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Banjul International Airport (BJL): what you need to know
The timezone in Banjul is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Alicante.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ALC to BJL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Banjul International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between ALC and BJL:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Brussels Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
Right now, 172 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Banjul International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 343 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from ALC to BJL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Banjul International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from ALC to BJL.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Banjul International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
73.22% of flights taking off from Alicante-Elche Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Alicante to Alicante-Elche Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near ALC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Banjul International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Banjul International Airport (BJL)
If you're coming in on a late Alicante-Elche Airport to Banjul International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near BJL:
Travel beyond Banjul and head to places that many travellers miss with your own wheels. You can pick up a Banjul International Airport rental car from leading providers like OK Mobility or OK RENT A CAR.
Reserving your ride from Banjul International Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to central Banjul
Banjul International Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from the centre of Banjul. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Banjul International Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Banjul. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Banjul is November, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Banjul International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from ALC to BJL in March if you want to travel 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 cities in Gambia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Banjul. Around 11 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Baitus Salam Mosque, Kotu Beach and Hypolink Village.
Where to next? Head for Brikama. It's roughly 23 kilometres south of Banjul and features highlights including Brikama Craft Market and Kembujeh Forest Park.