Travelling from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Istanbul Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 55 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul three hours ahead of Dakar.
Each week, there are eight Blaise Diagne International Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. If you prefer to get going early, select the 07:20 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 21:00 with Turkish Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to catch your DSS to IST flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Turkish Airlines is your ticket to exploring Istanbul (and perhaps some other great parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Istanbul Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Turkish Airlines on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Istanbul 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 DSS and IST include:
Barcelona Airport
Milan Malpensa Airport
Mohammed V Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Istanbul Airport (IST)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Istanbul Airport flight is $435. A return plane ticket right now is $992. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from DSS to IST, book your journey one month before your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Istanbul Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DSS to IST by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Istanbul Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Of the flights that depart from Blaise Diagne International Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Blaise Diagne International Airport from central Dakar, it takes around 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near DSS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Istanbul Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)
If you have a late Blaise Diagne International Airport to Istanbul Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near IST:
Go where the road takes you with a Istanbul Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Istanbul and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Istanbul Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Istanbul. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Istanbul Airport for July if you want to go to Istanbul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DSS to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Izmir is another sought-after destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without visiting Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.

