BJL
Banjul
Gambia
6,530 km
4,058 miles
DCA
Washington
United States
Distance
6,530 km
4,058 mi / 3,526 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Africa/Banjul
Heading
308°
northwest

Airport Comparison

BJL DCA
Airport Name Banjul International Airport Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport
IATA Code BJL DCA
ICAO Code GBYD KDCA
City Banjul Washington
Country Gambia United States
Timezone Africa/Banjul America/New_York
Elevation 95 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 13.340000, -16.650000 38.850000, -77.040000

Banjul (BJL) to Washington (DCA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Banjul International Airport (BJL) in Banjul, Gambia to Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States is 6,530 kilometers (4,058 miles / 3,526 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Gambia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:35 in Banjul, it's 06:35 in Washington. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Washington (DCA) to Banjul (BJL) follows a heading of 98° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Banjul International Airport (BJL) and Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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