Flying from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Dakar and Edinburgh are in the same timezone, UTC+0.
Your DSS to EDI flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between DSS and EDI:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is 288 €. A return fare is currently 838 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DSS to EDI if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Edinburgh Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DSS to EDI by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
66.96% of flights taking off from Blaise Diagne International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Blaise Diagne International Airport is about 64 kilometres from central Dakar. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Studio Meublé and KËR Mouna are close to DSS. They're an especially good choice if you have an early flight out.
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Consider staying in a hotel near EDI if you're catching a late Blaise Diagne International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab an Edinburgh Airport rental car and discover Edinburgh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Edinburgh Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to the centre of Edinburgh has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The quietest month for a flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Edinburgh Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you'd like to explore Edinburgh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DSS to EDI sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Edinburgh is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom you should also see. Around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United Kingdom, head for Glasgow, about 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are the start of reasons to visit.
