Travelling from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to Banjul International Airport (BJL): what you need to know
Abidjan and Banjul are both in the UTC+0 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
To ensure you get on your ABJ to BJL flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Air Peace is your gateway to exploring Banjul (and perhaps some other great corners of Gambia!). Browse the direct flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Banjul International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Air Peace has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Banjul International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between ABJ and BJL:
Blaise Diagne International Airport
Conakry Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Banjul International Airport flight is RM1,974. A round-trip ticket right now is RM3,502. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ABJ to BJL, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Banjul International Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ABJ to BJL.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Banjul International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
Of all flights leaving Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, 58.4% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Abidjan to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Booked an early flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Banjul International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near ABJ:
Arriving at Banjul International Airport (BJL)
Consider booking a hotel near BJL if you're taking a late Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Banjul International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Set yourself up with a Banjul International Airport rental car from outlets like OK Mobility or OK RENT A CAR. With your own wheels, you can travel beyond Banjul and experience places that fly under the radar.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Banjul International Airport around three weeks before 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)
January is the most popular month for flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Banjul International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Banjul in April.
The warmest month in Banjul is November, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Banjul International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from ABJ to BJL in March if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Gambia
Serekunda is just one of the many places in Gambia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Banjul. Around 11 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Baitus Salam Mosque, Kotu Beach and Hypolink Village.
Next stop? Make your way to Brikama. It's roughly 23 kilometres south of Banjul and features highlights including Brikama Craft Market and Kembujeh Forest Park.
