Travelling from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Dubai Airport is 9 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is four hours ahead of Dakar.
Take your pick of four weekly Blaise Diagne International Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 17:55 departure with Emirates is the earliest flight available. Emirates operates the latest service of the day at 18:35.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your DSS to DXB flight.
Travelling during a peak month like September? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Emirates is your gateway to exploring Dubai (and maybe even some other great parts of the United Arab Emirates!). Check out the direct flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Dubai Airport offered by this airline.
Most travellers choose to travel with Emirates on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for DSS to DXB flights is Emirates.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Dubai Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between DSS and DXB:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Currently, 359 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 547 €. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from DSS to DXB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Dubai Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
76% of flights that leave from Blaise Diagne International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Blaise Diagne International Airport from central Dakar, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to DSS:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Book a hotel close to DXB if you're on a late Blaise Diagne International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and experience the lesser-explored corners of Dubai and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
December is the busiest month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Dubai Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Dubai in March.
When booking your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Dubai Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DSS to DXB sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored. About 23 kilometres north-east of Dubai, a visit to Sharjah will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of the United Arab Emirates, consider Abu Dhabi, about 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace are highlights.
