Banjul to Pikine flights
Pikine lies 170 km (106 mi) north-west of Banjul, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 58 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Banjul | Pikine | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Gambia | Senegal |
| Population | 37,274 | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) | 17 m (56 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Banjul) | UTC+0 (Africa/Dakar) |
| Nearest large airport | BJL, 15 km out | DSS, 36 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Pikine
Crossing from Gambia into Senegal: money changes from the Dalasi to the Franc (XOF); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, Euro, Type E, Type K; the dialling code becomes +221; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648842 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648843.
Airports at each end
Leaving Banjul
Banjul is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Banjul International Airport (BJL), 15 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Pikine
Pikine is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS), 36 km (22 mi) from the centre, whose 11,483-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blaise Diagne International Airport | DSS | 36 km (22 mi) | 11,483 ft | 290 ft |
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Staying in Pikine
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Common questions
How far is Pikine from Banjul?
170 km (106 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Banjul.
How long does it take to get from Banjul to Pikine by air?
About 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Banjul and Pikine?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Banjul to Pikine flights?
Typically Banjul International Airport (BJL) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS).
What currency do I need in Pikine?
The Franc (XOF).
Where can I stay in Pikine?
Our booking partner lists 4 places to stay in Pikine, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.