Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS): what you need to know
Dakar is two hours behind Cairo and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you catch your CAI to DSS flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CAI and DSS:
Ouagadougou International Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Right now, RM1,153 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM2,612. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from CAI to DSS, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Cairo International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport.
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Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
63.38% of flights that depart Cairo International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Cairo International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Cairo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to CAI:
Arriving at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Stay moments from the runway if you're touching down on a late Cairo International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight. Studio Meublé is one option close to DSS. Or check in and recharge your batteries at KËR Mouna before heading to your final destination.
Grab a Blaise Diagne International Airport rental car and explore Dakar and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Avis and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Blaise Diagne International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to central Dakar
Blaise Diagne International Airport is roughly 64 kilometres from central Dakar. Driving there takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Cairo International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Dakar. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Cairo International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Dakar, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAI to DSS in March. Average temperatures are between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of Senegal
Thiès Nones is just one of the many cities in Senegal waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Dakar. Around 56 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Eglise Marie Reine de l'Univers, Promenade Thiessois and Mickey Land.
Around 274 kilometres south-east of Dakar, Ziguinchor is another favourite stop in Senegal. Experience major highlights starting with Abene, Escale and PROJET MÉMORIAL LE JOOLA.