Travelling from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is 4 hours 30 minutes.
Madrid is one hour ahead of Dakar and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Choose from 15 weekly Blaise Diagne International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flights. The 12:15 departure with Iberia is the earliest available. Iberia operates the last service of the day at 22:40.
To ensure you catch your DSS to MAD flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Iberia offers direct flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Madrid — and maybe even more of Spain if you have time.
Iberia is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Iberia is the most punctual carrier operating DSS to MAD flights. A reliable 82.14% of its services on this route arrive on time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between DSS and MAD include:
Mohamed V International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight is R 3,909. A round-trip fare is currently R 6,140. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from DSS to MAD by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from DSS to MAD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
66.96% of flights that take off from Blaise Diagne International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Blaise Diagne International Airport is about 64 kilometres from central Dakar. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Stay somewhere close to DSS, like Studio Meublé. KËR Mouna will also have you moments from check-in.
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you're arriving on a late Blaise Diagne International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near MAD:
Pick up an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car and discover Madrid and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport about one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
From Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, Madrid is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Madrid. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DSS to MAD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Madrid. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Spain, consider Salamanca, roughly 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca are among its highlights.
