Yundum International Airport
Banjul International Airport is The Gambia’s main international gateway, serving the capital area of Banjul from Yundum and handling both regional and long-haul traffic. Identified as BJL and GBYD, it is classified as a large airport and is the arrival point most visitors will use when heading to the coast, the capital, or inland destinations. The airport sits at a low elevation of 95 ft (29 m), which is typical for this part of West Africa, and operates on local time in the Africa/Banjul time zone, useful to keep in mind when planning onward transfers or early departures.
About Yundum International Airport
Banjul International Airport is The Gambia’s main international gateway, serving the capital area of Banjul from Yundum and handling both regional and long-haul traffic. Identified as BJL and GBYD, it is classified as a large airport and is the arrival point most visitors will use when heading to the coast, the capital, or inland destinations. The airport sits at a low elevation of 95 ft (29 m), which is typical for this part of West Africa, and operates on local time in the Africa/Banjul time zone, useful to keep in mind when planning onward transfers or early departures.
Overview
Banjul International Airport is The Gambia’s main international gateway, serving the capital area of Banjul from Yundum and handling both regional and long-haul traffic. Identified as BJL and GBYD, it is classified as a large airport and is the arrival point most visitors will use when heading to the coast, the capital, or inland destinations. The airport sits at a low elevation of 95 ft (29 m), which is typical for this part of West Africa, and operates on local time in the Africa/Banjul time zone, useful to keep in mind when planning onward transfers or early departures.
Quick facts
- Airport name: Banjul International Airport
- Location: Yundum, serving Banjul, Gambia
- Codes: BJL (IATA), GBYD (ICAO)
- Runway: 14/32, 11811 ft, asphalt, lighted
- Time zone: Africa/Banjul
- Official website: https://www.banjulairport.com/
What matters for travellers
For passengers, the standout operational feature is the airport’s single long, lighted asphalt runway, which supports a wide range of aircraft and helps the airport function reliably for international services. That matters less as a technical detail than as a clue to what to expect: Banjul International is built to connect The Gambia with the outside world rather than overwhelm travellers with size. Before travel, it is worth checking the official airport website for current flight, transport, and airport service information, especially if you are arranging pickup from Yundum or connecting onward to hotels and resorts along the Atlantic coast.
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FAQ
Yundum International Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Yundum International Airport is located in Banjul, Gambia (Africa), at coordinates 13.340°, -16.650°.
- Its IATA code is BJL and its ICAO code is GBYD.
- Yundum International Airport serves Banjul, Gambia. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Yundum International Airport operates on Africa/Banjul local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Yundum International Airport sits at latitude 13.340° and longitude -16.650°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from BJL. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for BJL is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from BJL on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Use the flight search on this page to compare live fares from Yundum International Airport. Prices vary by day of the week and how far ahead you book, so comparing a few nearby dates usually surfaces a cheaper option.