BJL
Banjul
Gambia
6,834 km
4,246 miles
CLT
Charlotte
United States
Distance
6,834 km
4,246 mi / 3,690 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Africa/Banjul
Heading
303°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

BJL CLT
Airport Name Banjul International Airport Charlotte/Douglas International Airport
IATA Code BJL CLT
ICAO Code GBYD KCLT
City Banjul Charlotte
Country Gambia United States
Timezone Africa/Banjul America/New_York
Elevation 95 ft 748 ft
Coordinates 13.340000, -16.650000 35.210000, -80.950000

Banjul (BJL) to Charlotte (CLT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Banjul International Airport (BJL) in Banjul, Gambia to Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States is 6,834 kilometers (4,246 miles / 3,690 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 303°.

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 Charlotte. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Charlotte (CLT) to Banjul (BJL) follows a heading of 94° (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 Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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