Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS): what you need to know
London and Dakar are both in the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Your LHR to DSS flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between LHR and DSS include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Brussels Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Right now, R 3,034 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 7,305. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from LHR to DSS, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it takes about 55 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour.
Have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LHR:
Arriving at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Stay within a short transfer of arrivals if you're getting in on a late London Heathrow Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight. Studio Meublé is a comfortable option close to DSS. Or check in and recharge your batteries at KËR Mouna before travelling to your final destination.
Grab a Blaise Diagne International Airport rental car and discover Dakar and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Avis and Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Blaise Diagne International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
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 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Dakar based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Dakar is October, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to DSS in March. Temperatures average between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of Senegal
Dakar has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Senegal waiting to be discovered. About 56 kilometres east of Dakar, a visit to Thiès Nones will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Eglise Marie Reine de l'Univers, Promenade Thiessois and Mickey Land.
Around 274 kilometres south-east of Dakar, Ziguinchor is another essential stop in Senegal. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Abene, Escale and PROJET MÉMORIAL LE JOOLA.