Banjul International Airport serves Banjul, Gambia. It supports scheduled passenger service. IATA code BJL. ICAO code GBYD.
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Closest places to eat around the airport, by distance.
Lamin Gambia
Kololi new road Opposite tropic shopping center, Kololi, Serekunda Gambia
Wellingara, Nema Junction, Banjul Gambia
Close By Sukuta Jabang Traffic Lights, Sukuta Gambia
Close By Sukuta Jabang Traffic Lights, Sukuta Gambia
Brufut Beach, Brufut Gambia
Bursubi turntable, Banjul Gambia
Combo Costal Road Sukuta, Sukuta Gambia
Closest places to stay around the airport, by distance.
New Yundum, Kombo North Naan Junction, New Side, Yundum 00220 Gambia
Airport Road Taf Housing Estate, Yundum Gambia
1234, Busumbala Gambia
Brikama Highway, Close to Banjul airport, Farato Village, Yundum 99999 Gambia
Yarambamba Layout, Old Yundum Gambia
Brikama Hwy No. 1 Woodpecker Street, Banjulinding Gambia
Paradise Estate Old Yundum, Serekunda Gambia
Kunkajan-Jataya Gambia
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118.300 MHz
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2026-06-01
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2026-05-24
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2026-05-22 · EN
Banjul International Airport (BJL), located in Yundum about 24 km from Banjul, serves as The Gambia’s sole international gateway and remains a vital entry point for tourism and business travel. The airport benefits from a relatively straightforward layout, a long runway capable of handling long-haul aircraft, and convenient access to the country’s main tourism areas. Facilities include duty-free shopping, restaurants, currency exchange services, ATMs, internet access, VIP lounges, and car rental services.
2026-05-21 · EN
Very nice guide 👍
2026-05-18
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2026-05-16 · EN
The Gambians are pleasant people. They are genuinely warm. The airport is not bad ...
2026-05-13
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2026-05-12 · EN
Probably the worst airport experience ever. I have been to 100+ countries, and I know this is Africa, but the situation is still diabolical. Hidden security fees when you arrive AND leave… No amenities. I think Gambia could do a lot better, people need to wake up.
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The IATA code for Banjul International Airport is BJL.
Banjul International Airport is located in Banjul, GM-W, Gambia.
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The ICAO code for Banjul International Airport is GBYD.