Flying from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town is two hours ahead of Dakar and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your DSS to CPT flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Cape Town Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DSS and CPT:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Cape Town Airport flight is R 9,235. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 12,660. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DSS to CPT if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Cape Town Airport.
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Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Blaise Diagne International Airport, data shows 76% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Blaise Diagne International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Dakar. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Cape Town Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to DSS:
Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Blaise Diagne International Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Cape Town Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Rental and chase adventure across Cape Town and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Cape Town Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town Airport to central Cape Town has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Cape Town Airport. November is the busiest month to visit Cape Town. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Cape Town Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DSS to CPT in July. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Africa waiting to be discovered. About 56 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, a visit to Paarl will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Zandwijk Wines, Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines.
If you're looking to explore another corner of South Africa, consider Worcester, roughly 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum are highlights.
