Flying from Luxembourg Airport (LUX) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Luxembourg Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport is 6 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Dakar is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Luxembourg.
To ensure you catch your LUX to DSS flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Luxair offers direct flights from Luxembourg Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Dakar — and maybe even more of Senegal if you have time.
Most travellers choose to travel with Luxair on this route.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Luxembourg Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LUX and DSS:
Milano Malpensa Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Luxembourg Airport (LUX) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Luxembourg Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight is 141 €. A round-trip fare right now is 353 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from LUX to DSS by booking at least ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Luxembourg Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Finding cheap flights from LUX to DSS is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Luxembourg Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
65.56% of flights departing from Luxembourg Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Luxembourg Airport from central Luxembourg, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near LUX. Whether you have an early flight from Luxembourg Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've touched down on a late Luxembourg Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight. Studio Meublé and KËR Mouna are good options near DSS.
Begin your adventure by picking up a Blaise Diagne International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Avis or Europcar and explore beyond Dakar's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Blaise Diagne International Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to central Dakar
Blaise Diagne International Airport is roughly 64 kilometres from central Dakar. Driving there takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Luxembourg Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Dakar in February.
The warmest month in Dakar is October, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Luxembourg Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
March sees average temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LUX to DSS around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Senegal
You've visited Dakar, now it's time to discover more of Senegal. Journey around 56 kilometres east to Thiès Nones to tick off its leading attractions. From Eglise Marie Reine de l'Univers to Promenade Thiessois and Mickey Land, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another side of Senegal, consider Ziguinchor, roughly 274 kilometres south-east of Dakar. Abene, Escale and PROJET MÉMORIAL LE JOOLA are among the biggest draws.