Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Banjul International Airport (BJL): what you need to know
Banjul is five hours ahead of Chicago and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your ORD to BJL flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Banjul International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ORD and BJL:
Brussels Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Banjul International Airport flight is 459 €. A round-trip fare right now is 881 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ORD to BJL, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from O'Hare International Airport to Banjul International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.85% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 55 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near ORD? If you're boarding an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Banjul International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Banjul International Airport (BJL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an O'Hare International Airport to Banjul International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BJL instead:
Secure yourself a Banjul International Airport rental car from top outlets like OK Mobility or OK RENT A CAR. With your own set of wheels, you can travel beyond Banjul and explore places that don't always get the spotlight.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Banjul International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to central Banjul
Banjul International Airport to central Banjul has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
When to fly to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Banjul International Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Banjul. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Banjul International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. November is the warmest month in Banjul, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ORD to BJL in March. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Gambia
Banjul is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Gambia just waiting to be discovered. About 11 kilometres west of Banjul, a trip to Serekunda will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Baitus Salam Mosque, Kotu Beach and Hypolink Village.
Head 23 kilometres south from Banjul and you'll find yourself in Brikama, another notable stop in Gambia. Your trip isn't complete without exploring Brikama Craft Market and Kembujeh Forest Park.