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Getting There
Gambia
Getting There by Air
Astraeus (website: www.flyastraeus.com) runs direct scheduled flights from London to Banjul. North American Airlines (website: www.northamericanair.com) operates direct flights from Baltimore. Most holidaymakers arrive by charter flight from Europe.
Approximate Flight Times
From London to Banjul is around 6 hours. From Baltimore to Banjul is around 8 hours 20 minutes.
Main Airports
Banjul (BJL) (Yundum International) is 20km (11 miles) southwest of the city. To/from the airport: Taxis are available to the city and resorts (journey time - approximately 30 minutes). Visitors with pre-booked package deals are usually taken to their accommodation by coach or minibus. Facilities: Bank/bureau de change, internet cafe, bars, restaurants, tourist information, duty-free shop, post office and car hire.
Departure Tax
None.
Getting There by Road
Private taxis can be hired between Dakar (Senegal) and Barra, from which there is a regular ferry service to Banjul. Shared taxis and buses also cover this route.
Travel Essentials
Getting There by Air
Astraeus (website: www.flyastraeus.com) runs direct scheduled flights from London to Banjul. North American Airlines (website: www.northamericanair.com) operates direct flights from Baltimore. Most holidaymakers arrive by charter flight from Europe.
Approximate Flight Times
From London to Banjul is around 6 hours. From Baltimore to Banjul is around 8 hours 20 minutes.
Main Airports
Banjul (BJL) (Yundum International) is 20km (11 miles) southwest of the city. To/from the airport: Taxis are available to the city and resorts (journey time - approximately 30 minutes). Visitors with pre-booked package deals are usually taken to their accommodation by coach or minibus. Facilities: Bank/bureau de change, internet cafe, bars, restaurants, tourist information, duty-free shop, post office and car hire.
Departure Tax
None.
Getting There by Road
Private taxis can be hired between Dakar (Senegal) and Barra, from which there is a regular ferry service to Banjul. Shared taxis and buses also cover this route.
Travel Essentials
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