BJL
Banjul
Gambia
4,234 km
2,631 miles
GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
Distance
4,234 km
2,631 mi / 2,286 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Banjul
Heading
26°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

BJL GVA
Airport Name Banjul International Airport Geneva Cointrin International Airport
IATA Code BJL GVA
ICAO Code GBYD LSGG
City Banjul Geneva
Country Gambia Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Banjul Europe/Zurich
Elevation 95 ft 1,411 ft
Coordinates 13.340000, -16.650000 46.240000, 6.110000

Banjul (BJL) to Geneva (GVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Banjul International Airport (BJL) in Banjul, Gambia to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 4,234 kilometers (2,631 miles / 2,286 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.

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 01:57 in Banjul, it's 02:57 in Geneva.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,316 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits higher than Banjul International Airport.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Banjul (BJL) follows a heading of 218° (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 Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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