Traveling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS): what you need to know
Flying over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Finding a stopover on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport is simple with our search tool. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all the available options. Dubai Airport is a sought-after stopover when traveling from MEL to DSS.
To see whether you need a visa to enter Senegal, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date details, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MEL to DSS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport is C$1,461. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$2,748. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flight tickets from MEL to DSS, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flight tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The journey from central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport takes around 42 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 28 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a handy hotel close to MEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've landed on a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. Studio Meublé and KËR Mouna are comfortable options near DSS.
Getting from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to central Dakar
Blaise Diagne International Airport to the center of Dakar is around 1 hour and 3 minutes in a car. It's approximately 64 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
When to fly to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Dakar based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Dakar, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to DSS in March. Average temperatures are between 18ºC and 29ºC then.
More about Dakar
Start your Dakar trip right by finding the perfect stay. After booking your flight from MEL to DSS, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little 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 on the list 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 top hotels and car rental deals in Dakar.
