Flying from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Banjul International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 45 minutes.
Amsterdam is one hour ahead of Banjul and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your BJL to AMS flight.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
TUIfly Netherlands has direct flights from Banjul International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Amsterdam — and maybe even more of Netherlands if your schedule allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is TUIfly Netherlands.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Banjul International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. These are the most popular stopovers between BJL and AMS:
Tenerife South Airport
Amilcar Cabral International Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Banjul International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight is 130 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 327 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from BJL to AMS, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Banjul International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Banjul International Airport (BJL)
Of the flights that depart from Banjul International Airport, 72.38% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Banjul International Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Banjul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Banjul International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to BJL:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you're arriving on a late Banjul International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near AMS:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Amsterdam and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is approximately 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Banjul International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. To escape the crowds, go to Amsterdam in January.
When booking your flight from Banjul International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BJL to AMS in February. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Netherlands
Rotterdam is just one of the many places in Netherlands waiting to be explored after you've seen Amsterdam. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.
The Hague is another essential stop in Netherlands and is around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. No trip is complete without a visit to Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.