Gambia · International airport
Banjul International Airport (BJL)
Banjul International Airport is an international airport serving Banjul (Yundum) (Western Division), Gambia. Its IATA code is BJL and its ICAO code is GBYD. It has one runway, 3,600 m long.
- IATABJL
- ICAOGBYD
- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- BJL
- ICAO code
- GBYD
- City
- Banjul (Yundum)
- Region / province
- Western Division
- Country / territory
- Gambia
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 13.3380° N, 16.6522° W
- Elevation
- 29 m (95 ft)
- Time zone
- Africa/Banjul (UTC)estimated from location
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 3,600 m (11,811 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 3,600 m11,811 ft | Asphalt |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
13,129 km
Direct flight: ≈ 16 h 55 min
Hanoi (HAN)
12,652 km
Direct flight: ≈ 16 h 20 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
13,208 km
Direct flight: ≈ 17 h
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Approach APP | 121.300 MHz |
| Ground GND | 121.900 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 118.300 MHz |
Air freight to and from Banjul International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Banjul (Yundum) through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Gambia
Banjul International Airport is the only airport in Gambia in our directory.
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Banjul International Airport?
The IATA code of Banjul International Airport is BJL and its ICAO code is GBYD. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Banjul International Airport located?
Banjul International Airport is in Banjul (Yundum), Western Division, Gambia, at coordinates 13.3380° N, 16.6522° W and an elevation of 29 m (95 ft).
How far is Banjul International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Banjul International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 13,208 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 12,652 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 13,129 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 17 h.
How long is the runway at Banjul International Airport?
The longest runway at Banjul International Airport is 3,600 m (11,811 ft) long, with a asphalt surface. The airport has one runway in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Banjul International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Banjul International Airport (BJL) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.