Travelling from Lagos Airport (LOS) to Banjul Airport (BJL): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Lagos Airport to Banjul Airport.
Banjul's timezone is UTC+0, making Banjul one hour behind Lagos.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your LOS to BJL flight.
During popular months such as October, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with valuejet on this route.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Lagos Airport to Banjul Airport. Many travellers pass through Amsterdam Schiphol Airport when flying between LOS and BJL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lagos Airport (LOS) to Banjul Airport (BJL)
P42,954 is the best price for a one-way Lagos Airport to Banjul Airport flight. Return flights start from P49,666. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LOS to BJL if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Lagos Airport to Banjul Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from LOS to BJL.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Lagos Airport to Banjul Airport.
Handy information about Lagos Airport (LOS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lagos Airport, 66% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Lagos to Lagos Airport is approximately 23 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near LOS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Lagos Airport to Banjul Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Banjul Airport (BJL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Lagos Airport to Banjul Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BJL instead:
Book a Banjul Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. OK Mobility and OK RENT A CAR can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Banjul and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Banjul Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Banjul Airport (BJL) to central Banjul
Banjul Airport is approximately 26 kilometers from central Banjul. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Banjul Airport (BJL)
January is the most popular month for flights from Lagos Airport to Banjul Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Banjul in May.
When booking your flight from Lagos Airport to Banjul Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. November is the warmest month in Banjul, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LOS to BJL in March if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of The Gambia
Serekunda is just one of the many cities in The Gambia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Banjul. Around 11 kilometers away to the west, top sights here include Bijilo Monkey Park, Kotu Beach and Bijilo Forest Park.