Flights from Gambia

Flights from Gambia

Banjul Airport, also known as Banjul International Airport, is the only airport in Gambia with scheduled passenger flights. In April, there are 156 flights to 14 airports in 13 countries.

Those flights are operated by 13 different airlines — including 2 low-cost airlines — which give you a wide range of options to suit your travel preferences and budget. Cabin classes that are available on flights from Gambia are: Economy, Premium Economy and Business Class.

FlightConnections provides all the information you need to plan your flights from Gambia. Our interactive flight map showcases airports, destinations, and schedules, simplifying the process of finding the best routes.

Prefer a list view? See the sections below for all departure and arrival airports. Which countries have direct flights from Gambia? This information, along with a list of airlines operating those routes, is found further down.

To enhance your travel experience, have a look at our overview of Business Class flights. Additionally, you can filter by travel class directly on the flight map. If you’re looking to fly with a specific alliance to maximize your points and miles, simply use the Alliance filter to view flights operated by Star Alliance or Oneworld.

All airports in Gambia

Travel from Gambia!

All flights from Gambia depart from the country's single airport: Banjul airport. For more details on flights from this airport, scroll down this page or click the link below.

Airlines flying from Gambia

You have a wide range of airline options to choose from. Currently, 13 airlines operate flights from Gambia, including 2 low-cost carriers. ASKY Airlines, Air Senegal, Royal Air Maroc and Turkish Airlines are the leading airlines. They handle 70% of all departures from the country.

Below is an overview of all airlines that offer flights in Gambia. If you're specifically looking for low-cost options, check the dedicated section further down the page.

Low-cost Airlines flying from Gambia

For budget-friendly airfare, consider booking with one of the 2 low-cost airlines departing from Gambia. Among them, stand out for offering the most flights. Together they operate 0 flights this month, accounting for 0% of all flights operated by low-cost airlines.

Information on Points & Miles

This section lists destinations within specific distances from Gambia. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles. Please note that the distance to a destination depends on the departure airport that you choose. In case there are multiple departure airports to choose from, the distance to a destination is stated as a distance-range (min-max).

For more flexibility in choosing distances, consider upgrading to FlightConnections Premium. You'll gain access to the distance filter and many other useful features to refine your search, such as filtering by multiple airlines, alliance or aircraft type, just to name a few!

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Destinations from Gambia by flight duration

Have a look at all destinations from Gambia arranged by flight duration. This layout makes it easy to find destinations based on travel time. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!

Remember that the exact travel time depends on your departure airport, that's why we show a time-range in case there are multiple departure airports available to reach a destination.

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Long-haul flights from Gambia

Explore all long-haul destinations from Gambia with a flight duration of more than 7 hours.

Best time to travel from Gambia

Traveling from Gambia offers you the chance to explore various destinations with diverse climates, including hot mediterranean, tropical, oceanic / maritime and desert. Keep in mind that the optimal time to visit may vary depending on your chosen location, so check out the information by climate type below. This way, you can easily organize your trip from Gambia, making sure you visit your favorite destination during the best time of year!

☀️ Hot Mediterranean destinations

Gambia currently offers non-stop flights to 5 Hot Mediterranean destinations. Known for their beautiful coastlines and rich cultural heritage — although depending on your the exact destination of your choice — as well as outdoor lifestyle offering a balance of relaxation, nature, and culture.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

Although Mediterranean destinations in the Northern Hemisphere are nice to visit throughout the year, the best times to explore them are in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). The temperatures during these seasons are pleasantly warm, which is a nice contrast to the summer heat that often prevails here with temperatures rising above 30°C (86°F).

🌴 Tropical destinations

As of April, you can fly non-stop to 4 tropical locations. These areas are renowned for their rainforests, beaches, and adventurous activities like hiking, diving, and wildlife exploration.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

In the Northern Hemisphere, the dry season for these destinations lasts from November to April, which is the best time to explore them! You can enjoy predominantly dry conditions with tempratures ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F) during this period, while the wet season might lead to longer rain spells.

🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime destinations

You can find direct flights from Gambia to 3 different oceanic and maritime locations at the moment. Enjoy the mild weather, green scenery, and a peaceful blend of nature and cultural exploration.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

The oceanic locations in the Northern Hemisphere are ideal for a summer getaway, specifically from May to August, with temperatures from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). You'll enjoy pleasantly warm weather, whereas the months from September to February are more prone to rain.

🏜️ Desert destinations

If you're interested in exploring a desert destination accessible via direct flight from Gambia, consider these 2 destinations. Desert locations are renowned for their striking landscapes, adventure activities such as sandboarding and camel riding, and tranquil, starry nights.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

The destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere can be visited year-round, but for a more enjoyable visit, it's best to avoid them during the hot summer months, where temperatures often exceed 40°C (104°F). Consider scheduling your trip between September and May for a more pleasant experience.

Countries with direct flights from Gambia

Which countries are easy to visit when flying from Gambia?

Explore the list below to find all countries accessible by direct flight from Gambia. The list displays the number of non-stop destination airports in each country. As of today, you can fly non-stop to 13 countries, spread across Africa, Europe and Asia.

Non-stop flights from Gambia

Only one airport offers direct flights out of Gambia: Banjul Airport (BJL), a medium-sized airport. Direct connections are available to 13 different countries, located in Africa, Europe and Asia.

Business Class flights from Gambia

Flying Business Class from Gambia

The only way to fly in business class from Gambia is through Banjul Airport, to 9 direct destinations, located across 8 countries.

Explore the complete overview of business class airports below, or use the class filter on the map to view all business class flights departing from Gambia!

Business Class airports in Gambia

Destinations with Business Class flights

International flights from Gambia to Africa

In total there are 8 cities in 7 countries across Africa that you can reach by direct flight. These international flights all depart from Banjul Airport, the only international airport in Gambia.

The most popular destinations are Dakar (DSS), Freetown (FNA), Casablanca (CMN), Nouakchott (NKC) and Lagos (LOS).

A total of 12 airlines, including 2 budget airlines, connect Gambia with 8 international routes to 7 countries in Africa. Of the various airlines, ASKY Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, Air Senegal and Brussels Airlines operate the majority of international flights.

In the sections below, you’ll find detailed information on all available non-stop flight routes to each country, along with stopover options whenever available.

Flights to Senegal from Gambia

Banjul Airport is directly connected to 2 destinations in Senegal. In total there are 2 non-stop routes to Senegal, operated by 4 airlines, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Flights to Sierra Leone from Gambia

Banjul Airport is directly connected to Sierra Leone, with flights to Freetown Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Sierra Leone from Gambia, operated by ASKY Airlines, Air Senegal and Euroairlines, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Flights to Morocco from Gambia

Banjul Airport is directly connected to Morocco, with flights to Casablanca Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Morocco from Gambia, operated by Royal Air Maroc.

Gambia to Morocco with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional options to choose from. Banjul Airport offers flights to 16 more airports in Morocco, with just one stop along the way:

Flights to Mauritania from Gambia

Banjul Airport is directly connected to Mauritania, with flights to Nouakchott Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Mauritania from Gambia, operated by Turkish Airlines.

Gambia to Mauritania with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional options to choose from. Banjul Airport offers flights to 2 more airports in Mauritania, with just one stop along the way:

Flights to Nigeria from Gambia

Banjul Airport is directly connected to Nigeria, with flights to Lagos Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Nigeria from Gambia, operated by ValueJet.

Gambia to Nigeria with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; Banjul Airports offers flights to 17 more destinations in Nigeria that require only 1 stop:

Flights to Guinea from Gambia

Banjul Airport is directly connected to Guinea, with flights to Conakry Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Guinea from Gambia, operated by Brussels Airlines.

Flights to Cape Verde from Gambia

Banjul Airport is directly connected to Cape Verde, with flights to Sal, Cape Verde Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Cape Verde from Gambia, operated by TUI Fly - TB, Transavia and TUI Fly, 2 of which are low-cost airlines: Transavia and TUI Fly.

Gambia to Cape Verde with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; Banjul Airports offers flights to 3 more destinations in Cape Verde that require only 1 stop:

Intercontinental flights from Gambia

Non-stop flights from Gambia are available to 2 continents beyond Africa, with destinations in 6 countries across Asia and Europe. Those direct connections ensure that Gambia is reasonably well connected to the world, while significantly more destinations can be reached with just one stopover.

Below, you'll find all 21 intercontinental flights organized by continent, country, and departure airport.

Direct flights from Gambia to Asia

From Gambia you can only fly non-stop to Asia, more specifically to Turkey. Flights are operated exclusively by ASKY Airlines.

Gambia to Turkey Flights

Direct flights to Turkey will arrive at Istanbul Airport, currently the only airport with direct flights from Gambia. Flights are operated by Turkish Airlines.

Gambia to Turkey with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Banjul Airport offers flights to 46 more airports in Turkey, with just one stop along the way:

Direct flights from Gambia to Europe

Travelers from Gambia have access to direct flights to 5 countries across Europe. 7 airlines offer these non-stop routes, including 2 low-cost airlines, resulting in a total of 5 direct flight routes to the continent.

Gambia to Italy Flights

Direct flights to Italy will arrive at Rome (Fiumicino) Airport, currently the only airport with direct flights from Gambia. Flights are operated by Neos.

Gambia to Italy with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Banjul Airport offers flights to 31 more airports in Italy, with just one stop along the way:

Gambia to United Kingdom Flights

Direct flights to United Kingdom will arrive at London Gatwick Airport, currently the only airport with direct flights from Gambia. Flights are operated by Euroairlines.

Gambia to United Kingdom with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Banjul Airport offers flights to 25 more airports in United Kingdom, with just one stop along the way:

Gambia to Portugal Flights

Direct flights to Portugal will arrive at Lisbon Airport, currently the only airport with direct flights from Gambia. Flights are operated by TAP Portugal.

Gambia to Portugal with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Banjul Airport offers flights to 9 more airports in Portugal, with just one stop along the way:

Gambia to Netherlands Flights

Direct flights to Netherlands will arrive at Amsterdam Airport, currently the only airport with direct flights from Gambia. Flights are operated by 2 low-cost airlines (Transavia and TUI Fly).

Gambia to Netherlands with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Banjul Airport offers flights to 2 more airports in Netherlands, with just one stop along the way:

Gambia to Belgium Flights

Direct flights to Belgium will arrive at Brussels Airport, currently the only airport with direct flights from Gambia. Flights are operated by TUI Fly - TB and Brussels Airlines, neither of which are low cost airlines.

Gambia to Belgium with a stopover

Looking for more options? If a stopover works for you, Banjul Airport offers 1-stop flights to 1 destinations in Belgium:

Most popular routes from Gambia

Looking for exciting new places to explore? Check out the flights below! This list features the most popular non-stop routes from Gambia. We hope that it provides you with a bit of travel inspiration, as it contains the best destinations that you can reach with a direct flight!

Popular routes from Gambia with a stopover

If you can't reach your desired destination from an airport near you, don't worry; you can still reach many destinations with a quick stopover along the way.

To view all 1- or 2-stop flight options on the map, click the ”Show indirect destinations” button or use the search bar to select your destination and find all the route information you need to plan your trip!

If you prefer a list view instead, just have a look at the list below, which contains the most popular connecting flights from Gambia:

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