Travelling from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Paris: what you need to know
Approximately 5 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris.
Blaise Diagne International Airport is located in Dakar. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Paris is one hour ahead of Dakar.
The most popular route is from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Choose from 15 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DSS to CDG is the 00:05 Air Senegal option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 23:50 with Air France.
Give yourself enough time to catch your DSS to Paris flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Start your trip at DSS and travel straight to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). That will be your arrival point when searching for Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris tickets.
Air France is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from DSS to Paris. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Central Dakar to DSS is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
If you've booked an early flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris, why not stay somewhere nice and close? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) at Studio Meublé. KËR Mouna is another handy option near DSS.
When it comes to Blaise Diagne International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.96% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Paris
The best price we've found for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris flight is $269. The cheapest price for a return flight is $510. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book seven months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from DSS to Paris.
The best month for scoring cheap Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and explore beyond Paris's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from DSS to Paris can help you lock in the best possible rate.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is around 19 kilometres from central Paris. After your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take about 55 minutes on public transport.
Following your DSS to Paris flight, kick back at a hotel close to ORY. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Paris Orly Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and be on your way in a flash.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from ORY one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Paris Orly Airport can be found at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is about 88 kilometres from the centre of Paris. It takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car after your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris.
Public transport can take you there in around 2 hours 20 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, head for a hotel near BVA. Get settled at one of these options after your DSS to Paris flight:
Begin your trip without stressing about how to reach your next stop with a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with reliable suppliers here like Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
Plan ahead and enjoy the payoff. Book your vehicle from BVA three weeks before your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris for the best deals.
Beauvais-Tille Airport's street address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Before booking your flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Paris offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from DSS to Paris around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Paris
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Paris right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Paris:
Louvre Museum and Eiffel Tower are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Paris to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Explore more of France
You've done Paris, now it's time to explore more of France. Travel about 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to tick off its popular sights. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Nantes is another favourite destination in France and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. No trip is complete without dropping by Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.