Flying from Vancouver to Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS): What you need to know
Dakar is eight hours ahead of Vancouver. Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport is located in Dakar, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Vancouver to DSS.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Vancouver International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, data shows 72% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
CXH is around 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 10 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Vancouver to DSS flight? Relax in a hotel near Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base before your break officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
The journey to YXX from central Vancouver is around 2 hours 30 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Vancouver to Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Abbotsford International Airport and get to your departure gate with plenty of time to spare:
Flights departing from YXX land at their destination within the expected time frame 68% of the time.
About Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Book a hotel close to DSS if you have a late flight from Vancouver to Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Grab a Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport rental car and explore Dakar and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Avis and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Vancouver to Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to central Dakar
From Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport, central Dakar is around 48 kilometres away. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
$1,237 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport. A return flight starts from $2,109. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Vancouver to DSS, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver to Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS). December is the busiest month to travel to Dakar. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in June.
Book a Vancouver to DSS plane ticket departing in October if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Dakar to range from 26ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport in March if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC and 29ºC.
More about Dakar
Start your Dakar trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Gorée, Maison des Esclaves, House of Slaves and Palais du Gouverneur de Gorée are essential stops on your Dakar itinerary.
Explore more of Senegal
You've seen Dakar, now it's time to explore other corners of Senegal. Travel around 257 kilometres south to Ziguinchor to check off its must-visit sights. From Grande Mosquée de Ziguinchor to Escale and Camping Casamance, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Senegal, consider Tiébo, about 88 kilometres east of Dakar. Mosquée de Diourbel, Mosquée MBAY-NIANG and Keur Goumack Diourbel are key reasons to visit.