Flying from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Brussels International Airport (BRU): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Brussels International Airport.
Brussels is one hour ahead of Dakar and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
There are nine Blaise Diagne International Airport to Brussels International Airport flights every week.
To ensure you get on your DSS to BRU flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jetting into Brussels (and then discovering more of Belgium!) is a cinch with Brussels Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Brussels International Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Brussels Airlines on this route.
Brussels Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates DSS to BRU flights. A reliable 83.05% of its services on this route arrive on time.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Brussels International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DSS and BRU:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Brussels International Airport (BRU)
157 € is currently the best price for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Brussels International Airport flight. Return flights start from 352 €. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from DSS to BRU by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Brussels International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
76% of flights taking off from Blaise Diagne International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Blaise Diagne International Airport from central Dakar, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Brussels International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to DSS:
Arriving at Brussels International Airport (BRU)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Blaise Diagne International Airport to Brussels International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Pick up a Brussels International Airport rental car and discover Brussels and beyond with your own set of wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Brussels International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Brussels International Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Brussels International Airport (BRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Brussels International Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Brussels based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Brussels International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DSS to BRU in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Belgium you'll want to see. Around 48 kilometres south of Brussels, a visit to Charleroi will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Musée de la Photographie, BPS22, Musee d'art de la Province de Hainaut and Le Bois du Cazier.
Around 88 kilometres east of Brussels, Liege is another favourite stop in Belgium. Experience major highlights starting with Cathedral de Liege (Liege Cathedral), Parc De La Citadelle and Parc de la Chartreuse.