Travelling from Toronto to Banjul International Airport (BJL): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to Banjul International Airport (BJL) begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your journey from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main terminals in Toronto.
Banjul is four hours ahead of Toronto. Banjul International Airport is located in Banjul, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Toronto to BJL.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is about 27 kms (17 miles) from central Toronto. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Pearson International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Toronto to Banjul International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of all flights departing from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is around 3 kms (2 miles) from central Toronto. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Toronto to BJL flight, stay in one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 62.09%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
The trip to YKF from central Toronto is around 4 hours 5 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 105 kms (65 miles) or so.
Make catching an early Toronto to Banjul International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Region of Waterloo International Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:
The on-time performance rating of YKF is 63.64%. To put it simply, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Banjul International Airport (BJL)
If you have a late flight from Toronto to Banjul International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near BJL:
Book a Banjul International Airport rental car and discover places that aren't on the usual tourist route. OK Mobility and OK RENT A CAR can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Banjul and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Toronto to Banjul International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
£341 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Banjul International Airport. A return flight starts from £646. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Toronto to BJL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Banjul International Airport (BJL)
April is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Banjul International Airport (BJL), while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Banjul based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Banjul is November, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Toronto to BJL plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Toronto to Banjul International Airport in March if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Banjul
Start your Banjul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to Banjul International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Our Lady of the Assumption Cathedral and Masjid Ali Ibn Abi Taleb are a couple of top attractions to add to your Banjul must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Roman Catholic Cathedral.
Explore more of The Gambia
While Banjul will give you a great introduction to The Gambia, there's more adventure waiting for you in Basse Santa Su. Around 257 kms (160 miles) to the east, this popular city has plenty to keep you busy, like River Gambie and Basse Santa Su Central Mosque.
Next stop? Set out for Koina. It's around 306 kms (190 miles) east of Banjul and home to highlights like Koina Central Mosque.