Travelling from New York to Banjul International Airport (BJL): What you need to know
When organising your flight from New York to Banjul International Airport (BJL), there's a good selection of airports you can depart from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's main terminals.
Banjul International Airport is located in Banjul. The city is in the UTC+0 timezone and is four hours ahead of New York.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from New York to BJL. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from New York to BJL leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
JFK is about 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from New York to Banjul International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Of the departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% touch down on time at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Break up your flight from New York to Banjul International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and BJL include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
EWR is around 24 kilometres from central New York. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your New York to BJL flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.3%.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is around 18 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 25 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your New York to Banjul International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
LGA has a reliable on-time arrivals rating of 80.0%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on course and reach your destination as planned.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Banjul International Airport (BJL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Banjul International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BJL:
Venture beyond Banjul and discover off-the-radar places with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Banjul International Airport rental car from leading providers like OK Mobility or OK RENT A CAR.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your New York to Banjul International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
At the moment, ₹ 48,549 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Banjul International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 79,980. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from New York to BJL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from New York to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Banjul. June is when most people book flights from New York to Banjul International Airport (BJL), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Banjul is November, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Book your New York to BJL flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Banjul International Airport in March if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC.
More about Banjul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Banjul right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from New York to Banjul International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Our Lady of the Assumption Cathedral, Masjid Ali Ibn Abi Taleb and Roman Catholic Cathedral are major attractions which should feature on every Banjul itinerary.
Explore more of The Gambia
Get acquainted with Banjul, then get out and explore other exciting places in The Gambia. Head east to Basse Santa Su, around 257 kilometres away. River Gambie and Basse Santa Su Central Mosque offer a great introduction to the city.
Any trip to The Gambia wouldn't feel complete without exploring Koina. Koina Central Mosque is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is about 306 kilometres east of Banjul.
