Travelling from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to Dubai: what you need to know
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is four hours ahead of Banjul, where Banjul International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your BJL to Dubai flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your travels. When searching for a flight ticket from BJL to Dubai, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Brussels Airport (BRU) is one of your options.
To get to BJL from central Banjul, it takes about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a hotel near BJL? If you're boarding an early flight from Banjul International Airport to Dubai, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
72.38% of flights taking off from Banjul International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to Dubai
RM1,504 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Banjul International Airport to Dubai flight. A round-trip ticket right now is RM2,993. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from BJL to Dubai if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Banjul International Airport to Dubai is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a fantastic deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BJL to Dubai by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
The distance from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Banjul International Airport to Dubai. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and explore beyond Dubai's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from BJL to Dubai.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
After your flight from Banjul International Airport to Dubai has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 5 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near DWC. Unwind and get cosy after your BJL to Dubai flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire make collecting a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
Plan your trip to Dubai during high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Banjul International Airport to Dubai in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before locking in your Banjul International Airport to Dubai flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BJL to Dubai in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Banjul International Airport to Dubai, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are essential stops on your Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've done Dubai, now it's time to discover other corners of United Arab Emirates. Travel about 121 kilometres south-west to Abu Dhabi to tick off its top sights. From Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Khawr Fakkān is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates and is around 113 kilometres east of Dubai. No journey is complete without experiencing Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park.