Travelling from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Cairo two hours ahead of Dakar.
To ensure you catch your DSS to CAI flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DSS and CAI:
Ouagadougou International Airport
Kotoka International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight is $431. A return plane ticket is currently $869. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DSS to CAI if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Cairo International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from DSS to CAI by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
When it comes to Blaise Diagne International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.96% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Dakar to Blaise Diagne International Airport is approximately 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Have an early flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Cairo International Airport? Stay at a hotel close to DSS, such as Studio Meublé. KËR Mouna will also put you moments from check-in.
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
If you're coming in on a late Blaise Diagne International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near CAI:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and explore beyond Cairo's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Cairo International Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo International Airport, Cairo is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the most popular month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Cairo International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Cairo in April.
Before locking in your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Cairo International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DSS to CAI in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Egypt waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Egypt, head for Port Said, about 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden are among its highlights.