Traveling from Frankfurt to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to jet off from in Frankfurt. Explore your options leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when planning your flight from Frankfurt to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS).
Dakar is one hour behind Frankfurt. Blaise Diagne International Airport is located in Dakar, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Frankfurt to DSS, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Traveling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Frankfurt to DSS departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
FRA is around 14 kilometers from central Frankfurt. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your vacation? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Blaise Diagne International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just what you're after:
67.47% of flights departing from Frankfurt Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Break up your flight from Frankfurt to Blaise Diagne International Airport with a stop at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). A major connection between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and DSS, it's a good opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
HHN is about 121 kilometers from central Frankfurt. It'll take 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Frankfurt to DSS flight? Kick back in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
53.13% of flights taking off from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Have a late flight from Frankfurt to Blaise Diagne International Airport or just want to call it a day fast? Booking a hotel near DSS is a smart move. Studio Meublé and KËR Mouna are two good options.
Grab a Blaise Diagne International Airport rental car and discover Dakar and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Avis and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Frankfurt to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Currently, AED 652 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Blaise Diagne International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 1,605. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Frankfurt to DSS, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Affordable Frankfurt to Blaise Diagne International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS). June is the busiest month to travel to Dakar. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in February.
When booking your Frankfurt to DSS flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Dakar, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
March has temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Blaise Diagne International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dakar
Start your Dakar trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Blaise Diagne International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Gorée and Maison des Esclaves, House of Slaves are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Dakar must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Palais du Gouverneur de Gorée.
Explore more of Senegal
Dakar is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Senegal just waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometers south of Dakar, a visit to Ziguinchor will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Grande Mosquée de Ziguinchor, Escale and Camping Casamance.
Around 88 kilometers east of Dakar, Tiébo is another favorite stop in Senegal. Start your sightseeing at Mosquée de Diourbel, Mosquée MBAY-NIANG and Keur Goumack Diourbel.
