Flying from Dubai to Banjul International Airport (BJL): what you need to know
Dubai is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Banjul International Airport (BJL) departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Banjul is 4 hours behind Dubai. Banjul International Airport is located in Banjul, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to BJL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Dubai to BJL. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dubai Airport (DXB). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
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Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
DXB is about 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Need a handy hotel close to Dubai Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Banjul International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is about 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It takes 45 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Dubai to BJL? Check in to a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your trip officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
About Banjul International Airport (BJL)
Reserve a hotel close to BJL if you're taking a late flight from Dubai to Banjul International Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to central Banjul
Banjul International Airport to central Banjul takes around 37 minutes by car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
Book a one-way ticket from Dubai to Banjul International Airport from C$668 or travel return from just C$930. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find flight tickets from Dubai to BJL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
June is the most popular month for flights from Dubai to Banjul International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Banjul in April when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Dubai to BJL, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. November is the warmest month in Banjul, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Dubai to Banjul International Airport in March when temperatures average between 20ºC and 31ºC.
More about Banjul
Start your Banjul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Dubai to Banjul International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Banjul is to check out its top sights. Essential stops include Arch 22, Our Lady of the Assumption Cathedral and Masjid Ali Ibn Abi Taleb.
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