Travelling from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport.
Dakar and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria are both in the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
You can choose from three weekly Blaise Diagne International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flights. The 02:30 departure with Binter Canarias is the earliest available. Binter Canarias operates the last service of the day at 03:20.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your DSS to LPA flight.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Binter Canarias offers direct flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria — and maybe even more of Spain if you have time.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Binter Canarias.
Binter Canarias is the most punctual carrier that offers DSS to LPA flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between DSS and LPA include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
At the moment, R 4,159 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 6,993. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from DSS to LPA by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from DSS to LPA.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport.
Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
66.96% of flights leaving from Blaise Diagne International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Blaise Diagne International Airport from central Dakar, it takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
If you're catching an early flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) at Studio Meublé. KËR Mouna is another convenient option near DSS.
Arriving at Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
If you're getting in on a late Blaise Diagne International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near LPA:
Travel at your own pace with a Gran Canaria Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Orlando and venture far and wide through Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Gran Canaria Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria Airport to the centre of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
The quietest month for a flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport is April, while March is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Gran Canaria Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DSS to LPA in February. Temperatures average between 13ºC (55ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Telde is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored after you've seen Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Around 14 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Casa Museo Leon y Castillo, Basilica of San Juan Bautista and CanEducAm - Patrimonio y Sostenibilidad.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Spain, head for Arona, about 121 kilometres west of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Parque Santiago 6, Monkey Park and Casablanca are the start of reasons to visit.