Flying from Abidjan Airport (ABJ) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Abidjan Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.
Abidjan and Dakar are in the same timezone, UTC+0.
Every week, there are 23 Abidjan Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ABJ to DSS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak month such as December? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
There are plenty of direct flights from Abidjan Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport to pick from. When organising your Dakar trip, these airlines can fly you nonstop to this exciting corner of Senegal:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Air Côte dIvoire.
Kenya Airways is the most punctual carrier operating ABJ to DSS flights.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Abidjan Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ABJ and DSS:
Modibo Keita International Airport
Cotonou Airport
Conakry Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abidjan Airport (ABJ) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Abidjan Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight is $266. A return ticket right now is $606. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ABJ to DSS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Abidjan Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Abidjan Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport.
Handy information about Abidjan Airport (ABJ)
Of all flights leaving Abidjan Airport, 60% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Abidjan to Abidjan Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Abidjan Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near ABJ:
Arriving at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DSS if you're catching a late Abidjan Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Blaise Diagne International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Avis or Europcar to explore Dakar and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Blaise Diagne International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to central Dakar
From Blaise Diagne International Airport, Dakar is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
The quietest month for a flight from Abidjan 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.
When booking your flight from Abidjan Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Dakar, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ABJ to DSS in March. Temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.