Travelling from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Banjul International Airport (BJL): what you need to know
Cardiff and Banjul are in the UTC+0 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Your CWL to BJL flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd love to check out a different city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cardiff Airport to Banjul International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a sought-after stop between CWL and BJL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Banjul International Airport flight is ر.ق. 895. A return fare right now is ر.ق. 2,550. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from CWL to BJL, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Cardiff Airport to Banjul International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CWL to BJL.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Cardiff Airport to Banjul International Airport.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
66.16% of flights leaving from Cardiff Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Cardiff Airport from central Cardiff, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Banjul International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to CWL:
Arriving at Banjul International Airport (BJL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cardiff Airport to Banjul International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BJL instead:
Grab the keys to a Banjul International Airport rental car from providers like OK Mobility or OK RENT A CAR. With your own wheels, you can go beyond Banjul and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Banjul International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to central Banjul
Banjul International Airport to central Banjul has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
When to fly to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
January is the most popular month for flights from Cardiff Airport to Banjul International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Banjul in April.
The warmest month in Banjul is November, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Cardiff Airport to Banjul International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CWL to BJL in March. Temperatures average between 20ºC and 31ºC then.
Explore more of Gambia
You've done Banjul, now it's time to discover other corners of Gambia. Journey about 11 kilometres west to Serekunda to check off its leading attractions. From Baitus Salam Mosque to Kotu Beach and Hypolink Village, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Any trip through Gambia wouldn't be complete without a stop in Brikama. Brikama Craft Market and Kembujeh Forest Park are just a couple of highlights in this well-known destination, which is about 23 kilometres south of Banjul.
