Flying from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Tunis Carthage Airport (TUN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Tunis Carthage Airport is 4 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Tunis Carthage is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Dakar.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your DSS to TUN flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Getting to Tunis Carthage (and then exploring more of Tunisia!) is easy with Tunisair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Tunis Carthage Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Tunisair.
Among carriers operating DSS to TUN flights, Tunisair has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Tunis Carthage Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between DSS and TUN:
Milan Malpensa Airport
Mohammed V Airport
Marseille Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Tunis Carthage Airport (TUN)
$463 is the best price for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Tunis Carthage Airport flight. Return flights start at $905. These fares can change depending on availability.
Book five months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DSS to TUN.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Tunis Carthage Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Blaise Diagne International Airport, 76% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Blaise Diagne International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Dakar. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Tunis Carthage Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near DSS:
Arriving at Tunis Carthage Airport (TUN)
Book a hotel close to TUN if you're taking a late Blaise Diagne International Airport to Tunis Carthage Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Tunis Carthage Airport rental car. Book your wheels from SGF, Budget or OtoQ and experience more of Tunis Carthage and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Tunis Carthage Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Tunis Carthage Airport (TUN) to central Tunis Carthage
From Tunis Carthage Airport, Tunis Carthage is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Tunis Carthage Airport (TUN)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Tunis Carthage Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Tunis Carthage. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Tunis Carthage Airport for July if you'd like to explore Tunis Carthage during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 38ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 18ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DSS to TUN around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Tunisia
Sousse is just one of the many cities in Tunisia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Tunis Carthage. Around 121 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Grande Mosque, Medina of Sousse and Samara Beach.
Around 137 kilometres south of Tunis Carthage, Kairouan is another favourite stop in Tunisia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kairouan Grand Mosque, Route el Djem and Minaret of the Great Mosque of Kairouan.