Travelling from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, making Washington DC four hours behind Dakar.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your DSS to IAD flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between DSS and IAD include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight is $912. A return plane ticket is currently $1,509. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DSS to IAD if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from DSS to IAD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
66.96% of flights departing from Blaise Diagne International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Dakar to Blaise Diagne International Airport is around 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport? Studio Meublé and KËR Mouna are near DSS. They're a particularly good choice if you're catching an early flight.
Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
If you're coming in on a late Blaise Diagne International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near IAD:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and explore beyond Washington DC's main sights.
Booking your ride from Washington Dulles International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
It takes around 3 hours 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
April is the most popular month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Washington DC in January.
Lock in your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport for July if you want to go to Washington DC during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DSS to IAD in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in United States, consider Philadelphia, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are highlights.