Dakar to Serekunda flights
Serekunda lies 162 km (101 mi) south-east of Dakar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 57 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.
| Dakar | Serekunda | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Senegal | Gambia |
| Population | 2.6 million | 340,000 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Dakar) | UTC+0 (Africa/Banjul) |
| Nearest large airport | DSS, 40 km out | BJL, 12 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Serekunda
Crossing from Senegal into Gambia: money changes from the Franc to the Dalasi (GMD); sockets are BS 1363; the dialling code becomes +220; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210.
Airports at each end
Leaving Dakar
Dakar is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS), 40 km (25 mi) from the centre, whose 11,483-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Serekunda
Serekunda is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Banjul International Airport (BJL), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banjul International Airport | BJL | 12 km (7 mi) | 11,811 ft | 95 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Serekunda from Dakar?
162 km (101 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Dakar.
How long does it take to get from Dakar to Serekunda by air?
About 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dakar and Serekunda?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Dakar to Serekunda flights?
Typically Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Banjul International Airport (BJL).
What currency do I need in Serekunda?
The Dalasi (GMD).
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.