Non-stop flights from Banjul (BJL)
Banjul Airport (IATA: BJL, ICAO: GBYD), also known as Banjul International Airport, is the largest airport in Gambia. Banjul Airport has non-stop passenger flights scheduled to 13 destinations in 12 countries.
At present, there are no domestic flights from Banjul.
The longest flight from Banjul BJL is a 2,070 mile (3,332 km) non-stop route to Istanbul IST. This direct flight takes around 6 hours and 55 minutes and is operated by Turkish Airlines.
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Airlines flying from Banjul Popular destinations from Banjul Popular destinations with a stopover Business Class flights Intercontinental flights International flights Alternative airports FAQAirlines flying from Banjul
In total there are 11 airlines flying from and to Banjul. Most flights are operated by one of the following carriers:
Popular destinations from Banjul
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Banjul, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Banjul that require a stopover:
Business class flights from Banjul
There are 8 airports that have flights from Banjul in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights from BJL are listed below:
Intercontinental flights from Banjul
The only intercontinental flights operating from Banjul International Airport (BJL) are between Banjul and Europe and between Banjul and the Middle-East.
* Please note that there are no direct services between Banjul and the United States, Canada, Southern America, Central America, the Caribbean, Southern Asia, China, Japan, Eastern Asia, South-Eastern Asia, Central Asia or Oceania.
Non-stop flights from Banjul to Europe
TUI Fly: seasonal flights to Tenerife (Reina Sofía) (TFS) and Amsterdam (AMS).
Vueling: year-round to Barcelona (BCN).
TAP Portugal (Star Alliance): seasonal flights to Lisbon (LIS).
Transavia: seasonal flights to Amsterdam (AMS).
Brussels Airlines (Star Alliance): seasonal flights to Brussels (BRU).
TUI Fly: seasonal flights to Brussels (BRU).
Non-stop flights from Banjul to the Middle-East / Western Asia
Turkish Airlines is currently the only airline flying non-stop from Banjul to the Middle-East. They fly year-round to Istanbul (IST).
International flights from Banjul
Flights from Banjul to Belgium
Brussels is the only destination in Belgium with direct flights from Banjul. You can fly non-stop to Brussels with Brussels Airlines (Star Alliance) or TUI Fly. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
Flights from Banjul to Cape Verde
In Cape Verde, the only destination that has a direct flight from Banjul is Sal, Cape Verde. Non-stop flights to Sal, Cape Verde are offered by Transavia, TUI Fly and TUI Fly.
Flights from Banjul to Guinea
There is 1 destination in Guinea that has a direct connection from Banjul, which is Conakry. Direct flights to Conakry are offered by Brussels Airlines (Star Alliance). This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
Flights from Banjul to Mauritania
In Mauritania, the only destination that has a direct flight from Banjul is Nouakchott. Direct flights to Nouakchott are offered by Turkish Airlines (Star Alliance).
Flights from Banjul to Morocco
Casablanca is the only destination in Morocco with direct flights from Banjul. Direct flights to Casablanca are offered by Royal Air Maroc (Oneworld).
Flights from Banjul to Netherlands
There is 1 destination in Netherlands that has a direct connection from Banjul, which is Amsterdam. You can fly non-stop to Amsterdam with Transavia or TUI Fly. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
Flights from Banjul to Nigeria
Lagos is the only destination in Nigeria with direct flights from Banjul. Direct flights to Lagos are offered by Air Peace.
Flights from Banjul to Portugal
In Portugal, the only destination that has a direct flight from Banjul is Lisbon. Direct flights to Lisbon are offered by TAP Portugal (Star Alliance). This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
Flights from Banjul to Senegal
There is 1 destination in Senegal that has a direct connection from Banjul, which is Dakar. Non-stop flights to Dakar are offered by Air Peace, Air Senegal and Brussels Airlines (Star Alliance).
Flights from Banjul to Sierra Leone
In Sierra Leone, the only destination that has a direct flight from Banjul is Freetown. You can fly non-stop to Freetown with Air Senegal or ASKY Airlines.
Flights from Banjul to Spain
There are 2 destinations in Spain that have non-stop flights from Banjul.
Direct flights to Barcelona are offered by Vueling.
The only airline with direct flights to Tenerife (Reina Sofía) is TUI Fly. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in October 2024.
Flights from Banjul to Turkey
Istanbul is the only destination in Turkey with direct flights from Banjul. Direct flights to Istanbul are offered by Turkish Airlines (Star Alliance).
Alternative airports near Banjul
Below you can find a list of alternative airports to Banjul (BJL). The nearest airports to Banjul (BJL) are Ziguinchor (ZIG) and Cap Skirring (CSK).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Banjul?
There is 1 airport in Banjul: Banjul International Airport (BJL).
What is the best airport to fly from Banjul?
The most convenient airport to fly from Banjul is Banjul International Airport (BJL).
How many airlines fly from Banjul?
There are 11 airlines flying from Banjul to 13 airports around the world, as of April 2024.
Which airlines fly from Banjul?
Brussels Airlines, TUI Fly and Air Senegal operate most flights from Banjul. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying from Banjul?
Star Alliance and Oneworld are currently the only two alliances that operate flights from Banjul.
How many nonstop flights are there from Banjul?
There are roughly 308 flights departing from Banjul every month (or 70 flights each week), to a total of 13 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Banjul Airport?
The official name of Banjul Airport is Banjul International Airport.
What is the airport code of Banjul Airport?
The airport code of Banjul Airport is BJL.
What are the most popular flights from Banjul?
Freetown, Dakar and Casablanca are the 3 most popular routes from Banjul. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Banjul, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight from Banjul?
| Banjul to Freetown | 1h 15m |
| Banjul to Dakar | 40m |
| Banjul to Casablanca | 3h 20m |
| Banjul to Lagos | 3h 50m |
| Banjul to Barcelona | 4h 55m |
