Travelling from Lagos Airport (LOS) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS): what you need to know
Dakar's timezone is UTC+0, making Dakar one hour behind Lagos.
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 catch your LOS to DSS flight.
During popular months such as October, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Lagos Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between LOS and DSS include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Mohammed V Airport
Abidjan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lagos Airport (LOS) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Lagos Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight is R 7,207. A return fare is currently R 13,755. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from LOS to DSS, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Lagos Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport.
Landing cheap flights from LOS to DSS couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Lagos Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport.
Handy information about Lagos Airport (LOS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lagos Airport, data shows 66% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Lagos Airport from central Lagos, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near LOS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lagos Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Lagos Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DSS instead:
Grab a Blaise Diagne International Airport rental car and discover Dakar and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Avis and Europcar are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Blaise Diagne International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
The quietest month for a flight from Lagos Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Choose the ideal 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 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Lagos Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from LOS to DSS in March if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
