Popular Airport | Abeid Amani Karume Intl. Airport |
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Popular Airlines | |
Approximate Flight Duration | 7 hour 40 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 6153 Km |
Transportation to Airport from Banjul City Center
Banjul International Airport
If you want to travel to Banjul International Airport from the center of Banjul, the capital of Gambia, you can take advantage of the taxis that can be found in many parts of the city. Other alternatives to travel to and from the city other than a taxi include airport rental cars, services and luxury VIP vehicles.
Taxi
You can easily travel to Banjul International Airport with the yellow and green Banjul taxis that you can take from the city center. Taxis in the city usually do not have a taximeter however you ask the drivers how much it will cost to Banjul Airport before. Taking a taxi from central locations in Banjul, you can expect to be paying 200-300 Gambia Dalasi to the airport terminal. Do ot forget that if you make your payment in a foreign currency, taxis may be a bit more expensive. If you need to travel to Banjul International Airport from Koloi or from places such as Kotu and Bakau, you can expect to pay 400 or 500 Gambia Dalasi for a taxi.
Airport Shuttle
If you are staying in a hotel in Banjul or near by you can choose to travel to Banjul International Airport by hotel shuttle service departing from the center or by private airport services. Those who wish to take advantage of private airport services in Banjul you can book in advance via the internet. You can travel to Banjul airport at reasonable prices with service vehicles of both hotels and private companies.
Rent a car
The city has offices of international rental companies like Hertz. If you decide to rent a car through Hertz, you have the option to leave the car at the airport terminal when you arrive at Banjul International Airport. If you want to get information from the rental office at Banjul Airport, you can contact them by calling +220/9903919.
VIP Services
Those who wish to travel from Banjul city center to the citys international airport in a safe and fast way can book VIP service vehicles. The spacious minibuses which air conditioned and comfortable limousines are a great option for passengers traveling to the airport from the center. Minibuses also offer a lot of baggage room and space for more people than taxis and many other vehicles.
Private vehicle
In Banjul you can travel to the airport in a private vehicle if you have information about the directions especially to the airport. Another option would be if you have relatives living in Banjul is to ask them to take you to Banjul Airport. There is a car park with a capacity of 200 vehicles at the airport and you can park your car there if you wish.
Airport Information
The Banjul International Airport in Banjul which is the capital of Gambia, offers many services for passengers. In the terminal of the airport you can get information about the services, flights and many other things. At the airport you can withdraw Money from the ATMs in the countrys local currency the Gambia Dalasi and buy and sell foreign currency from the bank branchs in the airport. At Banjul International Airport there are areas such as the VIP Excel First Class Lounge thats provides passengers with a more comfortable waiting area. Passengers that are First Class and Business Passengers and have a Special Entry Card can use the VIP Passenger Lounge. If you want to shop at Banjul International Airport you will be able to find souvenirs, phones and other electronic devices, tobacco products and perfumes. At Banjul International Airport there are cafes and restaurants where you can taste delicious meals and drinks. If you miss your flight or if you want to buy a flight ticket at the last minute you can contact the ticket offices at the airport.
Transportation to Zanzibar City Center from Airport
Abeid Amani Karume Intl. Airport
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, also known as Kisauni Airport, is an important transportation center of the region with its distance of about 5 kilometers from the capital Zanzibar. Regular flights to European cities, to East Africa and the Middle East take place from the airport. The airport which was known as Kisauni before, is carrying the name of the first president of the country since 2010.
It is possible to travel to Israel's Tel Aviv city, Germany's Munich and Frankfurt cities, Dubai, Doha, Amsterdam, Brussels, Nairobi, Milan, Bologna and Istanbul with seasonal flights from the airport.
When you arrive at the Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, you can get to the center which is 5 kilometers away by taking a taxi, renting a car from one of the local Zanzibar rental companies, or with airport shuttle if you have booked in advance
Taxi
At Abeid Amani Karume International Airport you can find taxis without difficulty, especially during flight times. The taxis in Zanzibar determine their fares based on the taximeter device turned on in front of the airport terminal; you can reach your destination with a not-so-high fare thanks to the factors such as the close proximity of the airport. However, if you still have some question marks about the taxi fare that you would pay, you can go to the information desks at the airport without having to leave the terminal after your plane has landed, and you can ask the average taxi fare by showing the address you will be going to. Another way to know about the taxi fare in advance and have a more comfortable journey on this route is to discuss with the taxi drivers waiting in front of the Abeid Amani Karume International Airport.
Car Rental
At Abeid Amani Karume International Airport or Kisauni Airport, as it was known before, generally the local car rental companies serve to those passengers willing to rent a car. After renting your car from the companies located at the airport terminal, you can deal with a local guide or drive with a navigation device if you would like to find your way easily to the center. Car rental fares are not usually high at the airport and you will not have much difficulty driving and finding parking slot in the city. This way, if you are planning to travel between different regions of Zanzibar, you can consider renting a car and driving to the center.
Airport Shuttle
The airport shuttle service is among one of the top preferences of passengers who will stay in a large hotel, especially in the center of Zanzibar. If you are not planning to stay in a hotel in the center or the hotel you are staying at does not offer this service, it is possible for you to look online and find a private shuttle company. If you are going to get support from a local guide while you are in the city, you can also ask your guide for help finding and booking an airport shuttle. The fare you would pay in Zanzibar, where the airport is only about 5 kilometers outside the center, for a shuttle to get to the city center will usually be low. On the other hand, keep in mind that based on the distance the fare you would pay increase if you will be travelling further away from the center.
