Travelling from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): what you need to know
Lagos is one hour ahead of Banjul and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BJL to LOS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Air Peace has direct flights from Banjul International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Lagos — and maybe even more of Nigeria if you have time.
Air Peace is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
If you'd like to check out a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Banjul International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Mohamed V International Airport is a popular stop between BJL and LOS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Banjul International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight is ج.م. 24,392. A return plane ticket is currently ج.م. 50,138. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from BJL to LOS, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Banjul International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
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Handy information about Banjul International Airport (BJL)
Of all flights departing from Banjul International Airport, 72.38% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Banjul International Airport from central Banjul, it takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Banjul International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to BJL:
Arriving at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
If you have a late Banjul International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near LOS:
Pick up a Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car and explore Lagos and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car and Avis are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Murtala Muhammed International Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
Murtala Muhammed International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Lagos. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The quietest month for a flight from Banjul International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Lagos based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Banjul International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport for January if you want to visit Lagos during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BJL to LOS in August. Temperatures average between 23ºC and 27ºC then.
Explore more of Nigeria
Ibadan is just one of the many cities in Nigeria waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Lagos. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Agodi Gardens, Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower.
Port Harcourt is another favourite destination in Nigeria and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos. No journey is complete without a visit to Port Harcourt Zoo, Bori Camp Central Mosque and Garden City Amusement Park.
