Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Banjul International Airport (BJL): what you need to know
Banjul's timezone is UTC+0, making Banjul four hours behind Dubai.
Your DXB to BJL flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time like January? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Banjul International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DXB and BJL:
Blaise Diagne International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
$632 is the best price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Banjul International Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,087. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DXB to BJL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport to Banjul International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Dubai Airport to Banjul International Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.31% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Dubai to Dubai Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near DXB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dubai Airport to Banjul International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Banjul International Airport (BJL)
Book a hotel near BJL if you're taking a late Dubai Airport to Banjul International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Venture beyond Banjul and discover places that are off the radar with your own wheels. You can pick up a Banjul International Airport rental car from providers like OK Mobility or OK RENT A CAR.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Banjul International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to central Banjul
From Banjul International Airport, Banjul is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to Banjul International Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Banjul based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Dubai Airport to Banjul International Airport for November if you'd like to explore Banjul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from DXB to BJL in March if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC on average.
Explore more of Gambia
You've seen Banjul, now it's time to discover other corners of Gambia. Travel around 11 kilometres west to Serekunda to tick off its top attractions. From Baitus Salam Mosque to Kotu Beach and Hypolink Village, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Travel 23 kilometres south from Banjul to reach Brikama, another favourite among visitors to Gambia. Be sure to check out Brikama Craft Market and Kembujeh Forest Park.