Flying from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Dakar and Lisbon follow the same timezone, UTC+0.
Each week, there are seven Blaise Diagne International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as soon as possible, opt for the 00:55 TAP Portugal flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 02:00 with TAP Portugal.
To ensure you get on your DSS to LIS flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
TAP Portugal is your ticket to exploring Lisbon (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Portugal!). Browse the direct flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport offered by this popular airline.
TAP Portugal is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
TAP Portugal is the most punctual carrier operating DSS to LIS flights.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. These are the top stopovers between DSS and LIS:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
$360 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Return flights start from $701. These fares may change based on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from DSS to LIS, reserve your trip seven months before your departure date.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every 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, 66.96% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Blaise Diagne International Airport is around 64 kilometres from central Dakar. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
If you've booked an early flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) at Studio Meublé. KËR Mouna is another handy accommodation option near DSS.
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Blaise Diagne International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LIS instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility to explore Lisbon and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Lisbon Portela Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Lisbon. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Lisbon in January.
When booking your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from DSS to LIS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of Portugal
You've seen Lisbon, now it's time to discover other corners of Portugal. Journey around 274 kilometres north to Porto to tick off its top attractions. From Livraria Lello to Ribeira District and The Douro River, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another side of Portugal, head for Amadora, about 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon. Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge are the start of reasons to visit.