Travelling from Banjul Airport (BJL) to Accra Airport (ACC): what you need to know
Banjul and Accra share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your BJL to ACC flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Banjul Airport to Accra Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between BJL and ACC:
Brussels International Airport
Blaise Diagne International Airport
Freetown Lungi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Banjul Airport (BJL) to Accra Airport (ACC)
Right now, Rs102,095 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Banjul Airport to Accra Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs215,400. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BJL to ACC if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Banjul Airport to Accra Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BJL to ACC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Banjul Airport to Accra Airport.
Handy information about Banjul Airport (BJL)
Banjul Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 84% of flights that take off from BJL arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Banjul to Banjul Airport is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to BJL? If you're catching an early flight from Banjul Airport to Accra Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Accra Airport (ACC)
If you're coming in on a late Banjul Airport to Accra Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near ACC:
Getting from Accra Airport (ACC) to central Accra
Accra Airport to central Accra has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Accra Airport (ACC)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Banjul Airport to Accra Airport. December is the busiest month to head to Accra. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Banjul Airport to Accra Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Accra, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
August has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BJL to ACC around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ghana
Kumasi is just one of the many cities in Ghana waiting to be explored once you've seen Accra. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Manhyia Palace, Owabi Wildlife Sanctuary and Ayigya Palace.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Ghana, consider Tamale, roughly 434 kilometres north of Accra. CENTRE FOR NATIONAL CULTURE, Nyohini Central Mosque and Our Lady of Annunciation Catholic Cathedral are key highlights.
