Flying from Cotonou Airport (COO) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS): what you need to know
3 hours 20 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Cotonou Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. Dakar is 1 hour behind Cotonou and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
There are 3 flights from Cotonou Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport each week. Get the 00:10 flight if you want to set off as soon as possible. If you're keen to make the most of your day before heading off, the last flight from COO to DSS is 14:05.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you want to break up your flight from Cotonou Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the COO - DSS route are:
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Kotoka International Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Senegal. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before locking in your cheap ticket from COO to DSS, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cotonou Airport (COO) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
C$536 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Cotonou Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. A return flight starts at C$854. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from COO to DSS, book your journey 7 months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Cotonou Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Cotonou Airport (COO)
To reach Cotonou Airport from central Cotonou, it takes around 10 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city center.
Want a handy hotel near COO? If you've booked an early flight from Cotonou Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Consider staying moments from the tarmac if you're arriving on a late flight from Cotonou Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. Studio Meublé is a comfortable option near DSS. Or check in and recharge your batteries at KËR Mouna before heading to your final destination.
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)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Cotonou Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Dakar. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Dakar is October, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Cotonou Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from COO to DSS in March. Average temperatures are between 18ºC and 29ºC then.
More about Dakar
Once you've booked your flights from COO to DSS, you'll need to find a hotel in Dakar. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Maison des Esclaves, House of Slaves and African Renaissance Monument are a couple of big attractions to add to your Dakar travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Lompoul Desert.
Complete your Dakar trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Blaise Diagne International Airport — next on the list is finding somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Dakar.
