Travelling from Bangkok to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Bangkok. Explore your options leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when organising your flight from Bangkok to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS).
Blaise Diagne International Airport is located in Dakar. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 7 hours behind Bangkok.
Your flight from Bangkok to DSS won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from Bangkok to DSS departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
From the centre of Bangkok, BKK is around 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
After a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Bangkok to Blaise Diagne International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour and 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 27 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Bangkok to DSS, kick back in one of these hotels close to Don Mueang International Airport:
About Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've touched down on a late flight from Bangkok to Blaise Diagne International Airport. Studio Meublé and KËR Mouna are comfortable choices near DSS.
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 and 3 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
R 12,519 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Blaise Diagne International Airport. Return flights start from R 20,806. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
To find cheap tickets from Bangkok to DSS, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Bangkok to Blaise Diagne International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Bangkok to DSS. There's no need to check back in every day to see whether prices have dropped. We'll let you know when there's a change in price.
Personalise your trip by applying filters. Choose the total duration, number of stops, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Bangkok to Blaise Diagne International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' options first.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Bangkok to Blaise Diagne International Airport. June is the busiest month for a trip to Dakar. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Bangkok to DSS, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Dakar, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Bangkok to Blaise Diagne International Airport in March if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 18ºC and 29ºC on average.
More about Dakar
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Dakar right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Bangkok to Blaise Diagne International Airport:
Maison des Esclaves, House of Slaves and African Renaissance Monument are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Dakar to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Lompoul Desert.
Complete your Dakar trip with a car rental
Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in Dakar and explore at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted providers in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Bangkok to Blaise Diagne International Airport.
