Travelling from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is 3 hours behind Dakar, where Blaise Diagne International Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from DSS to Sao Paulo, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
We make it a breeze to find a flight from DSS to Sao Paulo that includes a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
DSS is approximately 64 kilometres from central Dakar. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour and 3 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
If you've booked an early flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Sao Paulo, why not stay somewhere nice and close? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy some extra z's) at Studio Meublé. KËR Mouna is another handy option near DSS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Sao Paulo
C$1,045 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Sao Paulo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,686. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DSS to Sao Paulo if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Sao Paulo is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to show the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 32 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 22 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to GRU if you have a late flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Sao Paulo. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
After your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Sao Paulo has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 17 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is approximately 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take roughly 34 minutes.
There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near CGH. Settle in and get cozy after your flight from DSS to Sao Paulo at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
July is the busiest month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Sao Paulo. To skip the crowds, head to Sao Paulo in May when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Sao Paulo in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap flights from DSS to Sao Paulo around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Sao Paulo right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Sao Paulo:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are top attractions which should feature on any good Sao Paulo itinerary.
Complete your Sao Paulo trip with a car rental
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