Flying from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS): what you need to know
Dakar is four hours ahead of Montreal and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your YUL to DSS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
315 € is the best price for a one-way Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 545 €. These prices may change depending on demand.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from YUL to DSS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
64.89% of flights that depart Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Montreal to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 15 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to YUL? If you've booked an early flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've arrived on a late Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight. Studio Meublé and KËR Mouna are comfortable options near DSS.
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Blaise Diagne International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Avis or Europcar and explore beyond Dakar's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Blaise Diagne International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
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 reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Dakar in February.
When booking your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Dakar, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
March sees average temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YUL to DSS around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Senegal
Dakar has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Senegal just waiting to be explored. About 56 kilometres east of Dakar, a trip to Thiès Nones will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Eglise Marie Reine de l'Univers, Promenade Thiessois and Mickey Land.
Ziguinchor is another favourite destination in Senegal and is around 274 kilometres south-east of Dakar. No trip is complete without seeing Abene, Escale and PROJET MÉMORIAL LE JOOLA.