Flying from London to Banjul International Airport (BJL): What you need to know
You can take your pick of numerous airports when planning your flight from London to Banjul International Airport (BJL). Explore your options for flying out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Banjul (where Banjul International Airport is located) and London share the UTC+0 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to BJL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Peak season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to BJL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Banjul International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Banjul International Airport. Check out these connections between London Gatwick Airport and BJL:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
You can arrive at LGW from central London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to BJL flight:
69.26% of flights taking off from London Gatwick Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for an hour or two or several days, a stopover can make your whole trip feel a little more stress-free. When flying out of Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a plane ticket from London to Banjul International Airport (BJL) with a stop at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS).
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Stansted Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early London to Banjul International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive as planned.
About Banjul International Airport (BJL)
If you have a late flight from London to Banjul International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near BJL:
Venture beyond Banjul and discover places that are off the radar with your own wheels. You can pick up a Banjul International Airport rental car from popular providers like OK Mobility or OK RENT A CAR.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your London to Banjul International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
131 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Banjul International Airport. A return flight starts at 298 €. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from London to BJL, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Cheap London to Banjul International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Banjul. June is when most people book flights from London to Banjul International Airport (BJL), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Lock in a London to BJL plane ticket departing in November if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Banjul to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
March has temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Banjul International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Banjul
Once you've booked your flight from London to Banjul International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Banjul:
Our Lady of the Assumption Cathedral and Masjid Ali Ibn Abi Taleb are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Banjul itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Roman Catholic Cathedral.
Explore more of The Gambia
While Banjul is an excellent introduction to The Gambia, there's a whole lot more to uncover in Basse Santa Su. Located around 257 kilometres to the east, this exciting city has countless things to see and do, including River Gambie and Basse Santa Su Central Mosque.
Another worthwhile stop in The Gambia, Koina is located about 306 kilometres east of Banjul. Make time for highlights including Koina Central Mosque.