BJL
Banjul
Gambia
3,277 km
2,036 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
3,277 km
2,036 mi / 1,769 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Banjul
Heading
20°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

BJL MAD
Airport Name Banjul International Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code BJL MAD
ICAO Code GBYD LEMD
City Banjul Madrid
Country Gambia Spain
Timezone Africa/Banjul Europe/Madrid
Elevation 95 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 13.340000, -16.650000 40.490000, -3.570000

Banjul (BJL) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Banjul International Airport (BJL) in Banjul, Gambia to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 3,277 kilometers (2,036 miles / 1,769 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 20°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:33 in Banjul, it's 14:33 in Madrid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,906 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Banjul International Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Banjul (BJL) follows a heading of 207° (south southwest). 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 Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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