Flying from Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
To ensure you get on your SID to DSS flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like January? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air Senegal has direct flights from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Dakar — and maybe even more of Senegal if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Air Senegal on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between SID and DSS:
Nelson Mandela International Airport
Luxembourg Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight is 134 €. A round-trip fare right now is 354 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SID to DSS.
The cheapest month for flights from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
70.59% of flights leaving from Amilcar Cabral International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Arriving at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Stay moments from the runway if you're landing on a late Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight. Studio Meublé is a good option near DSS. Or check in and enjoy some rest at KËR Mouna before heading to your final destination.
Grab a Blaise Diagne International Airport rental car and explore Dakar and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Avis and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Blaise Diagne International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to central Dakar
From Blaise Diagne International Airport, Dakar is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Dakar. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Dakar is October, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from SID to DSS in March if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Senegal
Thiès Nones is just one of the many places in Senegal waiting to be explored after you've seen Dakar. Around 56 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Eglise Marie Reine de l'Univers, Promenade Thiessois and Mickey Land.
Ziguinchor is another must-experience destination in Senegal and is around 274 kilometres south-east of Dakar. No trip is complete without a visit to Abene, Escale and PROJET MÉMORIAL LE JOOLA.