Flying from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Madrid Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 25 minutes.
Madrid is one hour ahead of Dakar and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are ten Blaise Diagne International Airport to Madrid Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, go for the 19:45 Iberia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:40 with Iberia.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DSS to MAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Iberia is your gateway to exploring Madrid (and maybe even some other great parts of Spain!). Browse the direct flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Madrid Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Iberia.
Iberia is the most punctual carrier operating DSS to MAD flights. A dependable 81.18% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Madrid Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between DSS and MAD:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Barcelona Airport
Mohammed V Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
$270 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Return flights start at $426. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from DSS to MAD by booking at least one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Madrid Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DSS to MAD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Madrid Airport.
Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Of all flights leaving Blaise Diagne International Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Blaise Diagne International Airport from central Dakar, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
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Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Blaise Diagne International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
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Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Madrid Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Madrid Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Madrid. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Madrid Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Madrid. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Madrid Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DSS to MAD in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Spain waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Spain, consider Salamanca, about 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are key reasons to visit.




