Banjul International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
BJL
ICAO Code
GBYD
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Single small terminal serving Banjul and the Gambia with regional and international flights. Banjul International caters to tourist and regional traffic and is a compact facility with limited passenger volumes compared with major international hubs.

The layout concentrates check‑in, security and arrivals in a single building with short walking distances inside the terminal.

Banjul International Airport
Elevation: 28 m
13.3380, -16.6522

Terminal Guide for Banjul International Airport #

Banjul International operates from one terminal building that handles both arrivals and departures. The terminal is small with basic passenger processing areas for check‑in, security and customs; airlines use shared counters and gates.

Because the facility is compact, there are no internal shuttles and all movements are on foot.

Getting to and From Banjul International Airport #

Taxis and private transfers are the main ways to reach Banjul and nearby resort areas; public transport options are limited.

  • Taxi / private transfer: Official taxis meet passengers at arrivals-confirm fares before departure.
  • Hotel transfers: Many hotels and resorts provide airport pickups-arrange in advance.
  • Driving: The airport is within driving distance of popular coastal resorts and Banjul city, though road times vary with traffic and ferry schedules if crossing waterways.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Banjul International Airport #

Basic services: a few shops and kiosks, simple cafés, and standard arrival/departure facilities.

  • Lounges: Dedicated international lounge options are limited.
  • Food & drink: A small selection of cafés or kiosks is available.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Wi‑Fi and charging points may be limited-check on arrival.
  • Luggage & showers: Luggage storage and shower facilities are unlikely-confirm with airport information.
  • Accessibility: Assistance may be available but should be requested via your airline in advance.

Tips for Banjul International Airport #

  • Arrange airport pickup: Public transport is limited-organize an airport pickup with your hotel or use an official taxi from arrivals.
  • Local currency: Have Gambian dalasi or small euros/dollars for taxi fares and small purchases on arrival.

Weather & Climate near Banjul International Airport #

Climate

Banjul International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 17°C to 35°C. Moderate rainfall (922 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 99 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryDecemberMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
17° 32°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

February

February is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
18° 34°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

March

March is hot, feeling like 29°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
19° 35°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

April

April is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
20° 35°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
21° 35°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

June

June is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
23° 34°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (204 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

204 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.7h daylight

August

August is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (336 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

336 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (242 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

242 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).

77 Very Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 32°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
20° 32°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.4h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
18° 32°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.2h daylight

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