Flying from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Paris Orly Airport (ORY): what you need to know
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Dakar.
To ensure you get on your DSS to ORY flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris Orly Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between DSS and ORY include:
Mohamed V International Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris Orly Airport flight is R 3,637. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 7,618. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from DSS to ORY. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris Orly Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from DSS to ORY.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris Orly Airport.
Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
When it comes to Blaise Diagne International Airport's on-time performance, 66.96% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Blaise Diagne International Airport from central Dakar, it'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris Orly Airport? Studio Meublé and KËR Mouna are close to DSS. They're a particularly good option if you're jetting out early.
Arriving at Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris Orly Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORY instead:
Grab a Paris Orly Airport rental car and explore Paris and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Paris Orly Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to central Paris
ORY is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Orly Airport to the centre of Paris has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
The quietest month for a flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris Orly Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Paris based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris Orly Airport for August if you'd like to visit Paris during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DSS to ORY in January. Average temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored once you've seen Paris. Around 386 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Nantes is another well-known destination in France and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. No journey is complete without dropping by Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.