Brussels to Banjul is Belgium’s direct gateway to The Gambia — a short, sunny winter-sun run that Brussels Airlines has flown for years as part of its West Africa network. You can fly non-stop in around seven hours on the A330, and because competition is thin, the hub carrier usually sets the fare. This guide covers who flies the route, what a fair return costs in euros, and when to book.
Route: Brussels (BRU) → Banjul Banjul International (BJL)
Distance: approximately 4,590 km (2,850 miles)
Non-stop flight time: about 6h 45m – 7h 10m southbound
Direct flights: Yes — Brussels Airlines flies non-stop on the A330; some rotations are routed via Dakar as part of a West Africa triangle, and TUI fly adds seasonal service from October.
Fares from Brussels to Banjul (EUR)
The Gambia is a classic European winter-sun destination, so fares track the northern-hemisphere calendar rather than the local one. The dry, sunny high season runs November to March — that’s when demand and prices peak — while the Gambian rainy season (roughly June to September) is the cheapest and quietest time to fly. The table below shows when the route is busiest. We no longer print per-month fare estimates here, because they were never measured.
| Month | Demand |
|---|---|
| January | high |
| February | high |
| March | medium-high |
| April | medium |
| May | low |
| June | low |
| July | medium (school holidays) |
| August | medium |
| September | low |
| October | medium (season restart) |
| November | high |
| December | very high |
Reference points from our own deal tracking: the cheapest return we’ve seen on this route is around €330, a genuinely good price is anything under about €490, and a typical fair fare sits near €500–€530 return. Because Brussels Airlines usually flies non-stop here, the direct fare is often also the best value.
Airlines on this route
Non-stop (about 7 hours):
- Brussels Airlines — the hub carrier and the only scheduled non-stop from Brussels; flies the A330 with economy, premium economy and business. Some weekly rotations stop in Dakar, so check whether your flight is the direct one.
- TUI fly Belgium — seasonal leisure service from around October into the winter-sun months; charter-style, often bundled with hotels but also sold seat-only.
One-stop (occasionally cheaper, about 11–16 hours total):
- Royal Air Maroc via Casablanca — a common connecting option from Brussels into West Africa.
- Brussels Airlines via Dakar — the triangle rotations add a short stop in Senegal and can price lower than the pure non-stop.
Banjul is a thin, seasonal market, so the non-stop is frequently the cheapest ticket as well as the fastest. Connecting itineraries only tend to win when the direct flight is full or in the Christmas peak.
When to book & how to save
- Book 2–4 months ahead for winter-sun travel; the non-stop has limited seats and the good fares vanish first around Christmas and February half-term.
- Fly in the shoulder months (April, May, September–October) for the lowest fares and pleasant, drier-than-you’d-think weather at the edges of the rainy season.
- Watch the routing: a Dakar-stop rotation is longer but sometimes cheaper — decide whether the saving is worth the extra hours.
- Check the bag rules: Brussels Airlines’ lowest “Light” long-haul fares may not include a checked bag, so compare the all-in price once luggage is added.
- Consider seat-only on TUI fly in season — it can undercut the scheduled fare on pure leisure dates.
Arriving in Banjul
Flights land at Banjul International Airport (BJL), at Yundum, about 25 km southwest of Banjul city and close to the tourist coast at Kololi, Kotu and Senegambia. There’s no rail link; a pre-arranged hotel transfer or a fixed-price airport taxi is the norm. Reckon on roughly €20–€35 to the main resort strip, a little more into Banjul itself. Agree the fare before you set off, as meters aren’t used, and have some Gambian dalasi or small euro/pound notes ready for tips.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Brussels to Banjul?
The non-stop flight takes about 6 hours 45 minutes to 7 hours 10 minutes southbound with Brussels Airlines. Rotations routed via Dakar are longer overall, adding a stop of an hour or so plus the extra hop, so total journey time can stretch to nine or ten hours depending on the connection.
Are there direct flights from Brussels to Banjul?
Yes. Brussels Airlines flies non-stop from Brussels to Banjul on the A330, and TUI fly Belgium adds seasonal service in the winter-sun months from around October. Be aware that some Brussels Airlines rotations stop in Dakar as part of a West Africa triangle, so confirm whether your specific flight is the direct one.
How much does it cost to fly from Brussels to Banjul?
A typical economy return runs about €350–€700 depending on the season. The best deals dip to around €330–€400 in the shoulder and rainy-season months, while the November–February winter-sun peak and the Christmas week sit toward the top of that range.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Brussels to Banjul?
June and September are usually the cheapest months to fly. Avoid December and February, the busiest and most expensive weeks for the winter-sun crowd.
Which airlines fly from Brussels to Banjul?
Non-stop: Brussels Airlines (the hub carrier, A330) and seasonal TUI fly Belgium. For one-stop connections you can also route via Casablanca with Royal Air Maroc, or take a Brussels Airlines rotation that stops in Dakar. On this thin route the non-stop is often the cheapest option too.
Which airport do I fly into in The Gambia?
You’ll land at Banjul International Airport (BJL), the country’s only international airport, at Yundum about 25 km from Banjul and close to the coastal resorts. It’s small and straightforward; arrange a hotel transfer or agree a fixed taxi fare before leaving the terminal.
How far in advance should I book Brussels to Banjul flights?
Aim to book 2 to 4 months ahead, especially for winter-sun dates. The non-stop has limited capacity and only a handful of weekly frequencies, so the cheaper fares sell out well before departure around Christmas, New Year and the February school break.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Often, yes. Midweek departures tend to be a little cheaper than Friday-to-Sunday travel on this leisure route, and shifting your dates by a day or two around the fixed weekly frequencies save a little on a return. Flexibility matters more here than on busy daily routes because there are so few flights.
Fare guidance based on aifly.one deal tracking and current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Indicative economy returns — check the live fare before booking.
