Travelling from Dubai to Banjul International Airport (BJL): What you need to know
The timezone in Banjul is UTC+0, which is four hours behind Dubai. Banjul International Airport is located in Banjul.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Dubai to BJL.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to BJL. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dubai International Airport (DXB). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
DXB is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Dubai International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Banjul International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai International Airport, data shows 74% of flights complete their journey on time.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can reach DWC from the centre of Dubai in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Dubai to BJL flight, stay in one of these hotels near Al Maktoum International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 57%.
About Banjul International Airport (BJL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Banjul International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BJL instead:
Pick up a Banjul International Airport rental car and check out destinations off the typical tourist track. OK Mobility and OK RENT A CAR can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Banjul and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Dubai to Banjul International Airport flight.
Getting from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to central Banjul
From Banjul International Airport, central Banjul is around 26 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Banjul International Airport is 425 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 581 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Dubai to BJL if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Cheap Dubai to Banjul International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Dubai to BJL.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Dubai to Banjul International Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
October is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Banjul International Airport (BJL), while December is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Banjul based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Dubai to BJL plane ticket departing in November if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Banjul to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
March has temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Banjul International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Banjul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Banjul right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Dubai to Banjul International Airport:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Banjul when you're ready to see the sights. Kick things off at Our Lady of the Assumption Cathedral followed by Roman Catholic Cathedral and Masjid Ali Ibn Abi Taleb.
Explore more of The Gambia
Extend your The Gambia trip with a visit to Farafenni, located about 113 kilometres east of Banjul. Farafenni Round About is just one of the popular sights to put on your must-do list.
Time for another stop? Find your way to Basse Santa Su. It's roughly 257 kilometres east of Banjul and boasts highlights including River Gambie and Basse Santa Su Central Mosque.
