BJL
Banjul
Gambia
4,456 km
2,769 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
4,456 km
2,769 mi / 2,406 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Banjul
Heading
27°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

BJL ZRH
Airport Name Banjul International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code BJL ZRH
ICAO Code GBYD LSZH
City Banjul Zurich
Country Gambia Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Banjul Europe/Zurich
Elevation 95 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 13.340000, -16.650000 47.460000, 8.550000

Banjul (BJL) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Banjul International Airport (BJL) in Banjul, Gambia to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 4,456 kilometers (2,769 miles / 2,406 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northeast at a heading of 27°.

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 Switzerland. 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 23:18 in Banjul, it's 00:18 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,321 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Banjul International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Banjul (BJL) follows a heading of 220° (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 Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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