Flying from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Around 7 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Banjul International Airport to Istanbul.
Banjul International Airport is located in Banjul. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is three hours ahead of Banjul.
With two flights a week between the two airports, Banjul International Airport (BJL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most popular route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 20:25. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from BJL to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 20:55.
Leave enough time to get on your BJL to Istanbul flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Direct Banjul International Airport to Istanbul tickets are available for booking. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is where you'll disembark.
Look out for offers from Turkish Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from Banjul International Airport to Istanbul.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from BJL to Istanbul with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
BJL is about 14 kilometres from central Banjul. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to BJL? If you're catching an early flight from Banjul International Airport to Istanbul, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of the departures from Banjul International Airport, 72.38% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to Istanbul
The best price we've seen for a one-way Banjul International Airport to Istanbul flight is $604. The cheapest price for a return flight is $977. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from BJL to Istanbul by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Banjul International Airport to Istanbul tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from BJL to Istanbul.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Banjul International Airport to Istanbul.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Banjul International Airport to Istanbul. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your flight from BJL to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is located around 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Banjul International Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near SAW. Settle in and get cosy after your BJL to Istanbul flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at SAW will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Visit Istanbul in high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Banjul International Airport to Istanbul in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Banjul International Airport to Istanbul flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from BJL to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
After booking your flight from Banjul International Airport to Istanbul, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are top attractions which should be on every Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored after you've experienced Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another must-experience destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without visiting Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.