Popular Airport | Taif Regional Airport |
|---|---|
Popular Airlines | |
Approximate Flight Duration | 8 hour 20 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 6720 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 Taif City Center from Airport
Taif Regional Airport
Taif is located on the slopes of the Sarawat Mountains in Mecca province of Saudi Arabia, which has rich ethnic roots and is home to the world's leading industrial and commercial centers. Taif is also referred to as Green Haven, thanks to its about 3,000 gardens. Taif is one of the most preferred cities in the Mecca region, one of the most visited places by tourists in terms of religious tourism, thanks to the developed transportation facilities and affordable accommodation options in the city. It is 150 kilometers away from the city of Mecca.
The most important feature distinguishing Taif from Mecca and Medina, which is the third largest city in Mecca province after Mecca and Jeddah, is that non-Muslim foreigners are allowed to enter the city. You will not have any difficulty in terms of transportation in Taif city, which is located in the western part of Saudi Arabia and in the south-east of Jeddah within the boundaries of the Mecca Administrative Region.
Taif's transportation networks have been extended to the Mecca province as a whole, and even to other parts of Saudi Arabia. There are intercity bus services between major cities in Saudi Arabia such as Riyadh, Jeddah, Mecca, Medina, Taif, Dammam, Abha, Naseem, Tebuk and Hael.
If you prefer to stay in Taif city center, you can go to other cities of Saudi Arabia with these services on daily basis. There are also local buses within the city, like intercity buses. Transportation within the city is very easy. City roads, rail systems, and highway connections allow you to get to any other point in the city as quickly as possible. You can also rent a car for a fixed period of time from the car rental companies for your transportation in Taif.
In fact, the most profitable, time-saving and easiest way to tour other parts of Saudi Arabia apart from Taif is renting a car. Access to the city is very easy thanks to the buses. Local buses within Taif city center are extremely comfortable and reach almost every point of the city. If you travel as a lonely woman on these buses, you must show your passport to the officers. This is because women throughout Saudi Arabia are banned from driving, traveling and accommodating alone. But if you are a tourist and you prove it, you can travel all by yourself.
In Taif city transportation there are many options such as cable car, car, bus and taxi. Because Taif is a bit smaller than other cities in Saudi Arabia, thus local buses are preferred rather than car rental and taxi options. Domestic or foreign tourists willing to travel with intercity trains need to purchase special seats reserved for ladies and families.
Taif Airport, which has direct flights from many parts of the world, is one of the busiest airports in Saudi Arabia. Approximately 30 kilometers east of the city center, Taif Airport has domestic flights to almost every city in Saudi Arabia.
Bus
There are buses directly from the airport to Taif city center. You can easily get to the city center by buses which are cheaper than the taxi. You can purchase your bus tickets online or at the ticket sales points located inside the terminal. You can travel to any point in the city with a bus that you can take from any stop at the exit of the Taif Airport arrival terminal.
It takes approximately 1 hour to get to the city by bus. Local buses, which have stops in many places of Taif, are the most preferred means of transportation for visitors of the city. As is the case throughout Saudi Arabia, few bus seats can be reserved for ladies and families within Taif city.
Traveling as a lonely woman on a bus requires special permission, which can be very difficult for Saudi Arabian citizens. As a lonely woman and tourist, if you want to travel in these buses, you would be asked to prove that you are a tourist by showing your passport.
Taxi
Taking a taxi is the most expensive way of travelling from Taif Airport to the city center. You can take this distance of 29.5 kilometers in approximately 30-35 minutes by taxi. From the airport to the center of Taif, you pay a taxi fare of 160-190 Suudi Riyali (130-150 TL). Of course, the price we specify in TL may vary depending on the changes between the Saudi Riyal and the Turkish Lira. It is more profitable to rent a car or take a bus instead of taking a taxi just outside of the arrival terminal of Taif Airport.
Car Rental
In almost every region of Saudi Arabia, women are prohibited from driving. Therefore, only male tourists can benefit from car rental option. If you rent a navigation device with your car, you can easily go to Taif and other major cities around.
You can reach the city center by the car you will rent from Taif Airport in approximately 20-25 minutes. In Saudi Arabia, oil is quite cheap compared to Turkey. Hence, one of the best options for your transportation is renting a car. On average, the amount you would pay for the oil to go to the city center from Taif Airport is approximately 1-2 TL.
