The first flight of the season is 9th October 2026 and will operate every Friday throughout October from London Gatwick, departing at 09:25 and arriving in Banjul at 14:40.

They currently have incredible flight-only prices from £399pp and return flights from £599pp.

The winter programme will run from 3 November 2026 to 27 April 2027, with flights twice a week on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

There will also be additional Monday departures around Christmas and New Year, providing extra capacity during one of the busiest travel periods between The Gambia and the UK.

For travellers in The Gambia, the service provides a direct route to London for visits to family and friends, business trips, longer stays and other journeys. For those living in the UK, it offers a familiar route back to Banjul during the winter months.

Practical options for travelling from Banjul

For anyone planning a journey to the UK, the details of the fare can be just as important as the flight itself.

Seats can be selected in advance, while the fare includes a hot meal and 25kg luggage allowance. For those wanting additional comfort, an Economy Plus option includes airport lounge access and more space on board, with three seats between two at the front of the aircraft.

For travellers whose plans may change, flexible tickets are also available. These provide greater flexibility when arranging travel and include an increased luggage allowance.

Families travelling from Banjul can also benefit from discounted fares for children.

Travelling home, visiting family and staying longer

The Christmas and New Year period is particularly significant, with many families planning trips around the festive season. The additional Monday flights provide some extra flexibility for those arranging travel at this time of year.

The longer-stay options are also useful for travellers spending several weeks or more in the UK, whether visiting relatives or combining a trip with work or other commitments.

Booking from The Gambia
The Gambia Experience has been specialising in travel to The Gambia for almost 40 years, with an established local presence alongside its UK operation.
Travellers in The Gambia can visit the company’s sales office in Kololi, next to the Senegambia Hotel, to discuss flights, fares and holiday arrangements with the local team.

Information about flights from Banjul to the UK, including the current programme, is available on the Gambia.co.uk flight information page.
For bookings and further information, visit gambia.co.uk or speak to the team at the Kololi office.

As the winter season begins, the established link between Banjul and the UK continues, offering travellers a direct route in both directions and the support of a company that has been part of The Gambia’s tourism story for almost four decades.