Travelling from Marseille Airport (MRS) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Marseille Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport.
The timezone in Dakar is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Marseille.
Your MRS to DSS flight won't wait if you're 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 flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Transavia France is your ticket to exploring Dakar (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Senegal!). Check out the direct flights from Marseille Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport offered by this airline.
Transavia France is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Transavia France is the most punctual carrier operating MRS to DSS flights. An exceptional 80.77% of its services on this route arrive on time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Marseille Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MRS and DSS include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Madrid Airport
Mohammed V Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Marseille Airport (MRS) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Marseille Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight is 89 €. A return ticket is currently 211 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MRS to DSS, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Marseille Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Finding cheap flights from MRS to DSS is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Marseille Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport.
Handy information about Marseille Airport (MRS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Marseille Airport, 73% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Marseille to Marseille Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Marseille Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MRS:
Arriving at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Marseille Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DSS instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Blaise Diagne International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Avis or Europcar and experience more of Dakar and beyond.
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When to fly to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
The quietest month for a flight from Marseille Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Dakar based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Marseille Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport for October if you want to visit Dakar during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MRS to DSS in March. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.