BJL
Banjul
Gambia
6,570 km
4,082 miles
IAD
Washington
United States
Distance
6,570 km
4,082 mi / 3,548 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Africa/Banjul
Heading
308°
northwest

Airport Comparison

BJL IAD
Airport Name Banjul International Airport Washington Dulles International Airport
IATA Code BJL IAD
ICAO Code GBYD KIAD
City Banjul Washington
Country Gambia United States
Timezone Africa/Banjul America/New_York
Elevation 95 ft 312 ft
Coordinates 13.340000, -16.650000 38.900000, -77.500000

Banjul (BJL) to Washington (IAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Banjul International Airport (BJL) in Banjul, Gambia to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 6,570 kilometers (4,082 miles / 3,548 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 15:34 in Banjul, it's 10:34 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 (IAD) 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 Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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