Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Banjul International Airport (BJL): what you need to know
Banjul's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Manchester.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MAN to BJL flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Banjul International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAN and BJL:
Mohamed V International Airport
Brussels Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
$265 is the lowest price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Banjul International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $696. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MAN to BJL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Manchester Airport to Banjul International Airport.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Manchester Airport to Banjul International Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of all flights leaving Manchester Airport, 59.39% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Banjul International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAN:
Arriving at Banjul International Airport (BJL)
Reserve a hotel close to BJL if you have a late Manchester Airport to Banjul International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Banjul International Airport rental car and discover places that aren't on the usual tourist route. OK Mobility and OK RENT A CAR can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Banjul and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Banjul International Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to central Banjul
Banjul International Airport to the centre of Banjul has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
When to fly to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Banjul International Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Banjul based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Manchester Airport to Banjul International Airport for November if you'd like to visit Banjul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
March has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAN to BJL around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Gambia
You've visited Banjul, now it's time to explore more of Gambia. Journey around 11 kilometres west to Serekunda to tick off its top attractions. From Baitus Salam Mosque to Kotu Beach and Hypolink Village, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Journey 23 kilometres south from Banjul to visit Brikama, another well-known stop in Gambia. Your trip isn't complete without exploring Brikama Craft Market and Kembujeh Forest Park.