Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Banjul International Airport (BJL): what you need to know
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Banjul International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between EDI and BJL are:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Gambia, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most current information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from EDI to BJL.
Arriving at Banjul International Airport (BJL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Banjul International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near BJL:
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Travelling from central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Got an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Banjul International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near EDI:
More about Banjul
Once you've locked in your flights from EDI to BJL, you'll need to find a hotel in Banjul. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
Arch 22 and Our Lady of the Assumption Cathedral are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Banjul to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Masjid Ali Ibn Abi Taleb.
Getting from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to central Banjul
Banjul International Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from central Banjul. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 37 minutes.
Complete your Banjul trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Banjul International Airport — next up is finding somewhere to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Banjul.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Banjul International Airport is $335. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $924. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find flight tickets from EDI to BJL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Banjul International Airport.
Getting a cheap ticket from EDI to BJL is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.
Take advantage of filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Banjul International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
When to fly to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
June is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Banjul International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Banjul in April.
The warmest month in Banjul is November, with temperatures ranging between 25 ºC and 32 ºC. Book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Banjul International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to BJL in March. Temperatures average between 20 ºC and 31 ºC then.