Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport.
Dakar's timezone is UTC+0, making Dakar four hours ahead of New York.
Each week, there are six John F. Kennedy International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flights. To take off early, pick the 01:30 Air Senegal flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 21:10 with Delta Air Lines.
Your JFK to DSS flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Jetting into Dakar (and then discovering more of Senegal!) is a breeze with Delta Air Lines. This popular airline offers direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport.
Delta Air Lines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier operating JFK to DSS flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between JFK and DSS:
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
AED 1,087 is currently the lowest price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight. A return flight starts at AED 2,587. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from JFK to DSS by booking nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, data shows 74.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach John F. Kennedy International Airport from central New York, it takes around 50 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near JFK? If you're boarding an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've just come in on a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight. Studio Meublé and KËR Mouna are good choices near DSS.
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Blaise Diagne International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Avis or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Dakar and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Blaise Diagne International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to central Dakar
Blaise Diagne International Airport is roughly 64 kilometers from the center of Dakar. The drive time takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Dakar. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport for October if you'd like to go to Dakar during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
March sees average temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JFK to DSS around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Senegal
You've done Dakar, now it's time to discover other corners of Senegal. Journey about 56 kilometers east to Thiès Nones to tick off its leading attractions. From Eglise Marie Reine de l'Univers to Promenade Thiessois and Mickey Land, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Senegal, consider Ziguinchor, roughly 274 kilometers south-east of Dakar. Abene, Escale and PROJET MÉMORIAL LE JOOLA are among the biggest draws.