BJL
Banjul
Gambia
6,290 km
3,908 miles
JFK
New York
United States
Distance
6,290 km
3,908 mi / 3,396 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Africa/Banjul
Heading
310°
northwest

Airport Comparison

BJL JFK
Airport Name Banjul International Airport John F Kennedy International Airport
IATA Code BJL JFK
ICAO Code GBYD KJFK
City Banjul New York
Country Gambia United States
Timezone Africa/Banjul America/New_York
Elevation 95 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 13.340000, -16.650000 40.640000, -73.780000

Banjul (BJL) to New York (JFK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Banjul International Airport (BJL) in Banjul, Gambia to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States is 6,290 kilometers (3,908 miles / 3,396 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

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 05:47 in Banjul, it's 00:47 in New York. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from New York (JFK) to Banjul (BJL) follows a heading of 102° (east southeast). 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 John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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