Traveling from Mohamed V International Airport (CMN) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS): what you need to know
A direct flight from Mohamed V International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport takes an average of 3 hours 26 minutes. The timezone in Dakar is UTC+0, which makes it 1 hour behind Casablanca.
Each week, there are 18 flights from Mohamed V International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. The first flight from CMN to DSS is at 01:20 and the last is at 22:45.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Visiting Dakar (and discovering more of Senegal!) is easy with Royal Air Maroc. This popular carrier has direct flights from Mohamed V International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Mohamed V International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the top stopovers between CMN and DSS:
Tunis-Carthage International Airport
Conakry Airport
Nouakchott International Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Senegal, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the latest information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from CMN to DSS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mohamed V International Airport (CMN) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mohamed V International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport is C$203. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$616. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap flight tickets from CMN to DSS by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Mohamed V International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap flight tickets from CMN to DSS every day.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Mohamed V International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport.
Handy information about Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
Mohamed V International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Casablanca. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 38 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near CMN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Mohamed V International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've arrived on a late flight from Mohamed V International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. Studio Meublé and KËR Mouna are good options near DSS.
Getting from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to central Dakar
From Blaise Diagne International Airport, Dakar is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour and 3 minutes to reach the center driving.
When to fly to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Mohamed V International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Dakar in February.
The warmest month in Dakar is October, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Mohamed V International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CMN to DSS in March. Average temperatures are between 18ºC and 29ºC then.
More about Dakar
After locking in your flights from CMN to DSS, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Dakar. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Maison des Esclaves, House of Slaves, African Renaissance Monument and Lompoul Desert are among the things you can't miss in Dakar.
Complete your Dakar trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Blaise Diagne International Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Dakar.
