IATA: DSS · Diass, Senegal

Blaise Diagne International Airport Guide

CapitalDakar
Population18,593,258
CurrencyXOF CFA West African CFA franc
LanguageDiola
Time ZoneUTC+00:00 GMT
AirportDSS
Distance
Flight Time
Visitors/yr~11,958,521

Blaise Diagne International Airport (IATA: DSS) is a key aviation hub serving Diass and the wider Senegal region. The airport operates 2 passenger terminals, handling millions of passengers annually.

Getting to Diass from DSS

Train and metro offer the fastest connections (20–40 min). Buses and shared shuttles are the most affordable. Taxis and rideshare apps (Uber, Bolt) are ideal with luggage or in groups.

Terminals & Facilities

Blaise Diagne International Airport has 2 terminals with duty-free retail, restaurants, business lounges, family zones and prayer rooms. Free WiFi is available throughout.

Airport Lounges at DSS

Multiple lounges are accessible via Priority Pass, Amex Platinum, airline status or day-pass purchase. Amenities include complimentary food and drinks, fast WiFi and shower facilities.

Parking

Short-stay, long-stay and meet-and-greet options are available at Blaise Diagne International Airport. Pre-booking online saves 30–50% versus paying at the gate.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Top Activities in Diass

7 Days in Senegal Private Tour package
5.0/5 from 34 reviews · 168h · free cancellation
€1,781 per person
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GorΓ©e Island - Pink Lake excursion 2 persons minimum
5.0/5 from 25 reviews · 9h · free cancellation
€180 per person
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Senegal private tour 7 days 6 nights-minimum 2 people to book it
5.0/5 from 21 reviews · 168h · free cancellation
€1,362 per person
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Private Transfer DSS AIBD Airport - Saly Zone (two directions)
5.0/5 from 17 reviews · 45 min · free cancellation
€73 per person
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2 days Joal Fadiouth and Saloum Delta Private Tour package
5.0/5 from 14 reviews · 48h · free cancellation
€415 per person
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Cultural Excursions ( Goree Island and Lac Rose) with SENEXPAT
5.0/5 from 9 reviews · 4h · free cancellation
€125 per person
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Private Tour: Kedougou, Senegal
5.0/5 from 9 reviews · 192h
€1,400 per person
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Discovery Senegal 8 Days 7 Nights
5.0/5 from 9 reviews · 192h · free cancellation
€1,436 per person
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Top-rated tours and experiences in Dakar, ranked by traveller rating. Prices are per person and change with date and group size.

Hotels in Diass

Chambre meublee a Ngor dans une zone calme et accessible
3-star · 9.3/10 from 3 reviews
€20 / night
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Residence Douce
3-star · 9.6/10 from 1 reviews
€33 / night
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Residence Les Calanques
4-star · 8.3/10 from 5 reviews
€35 / night
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FASARESIDENCE Dakar Point E CHAMBRE NOFLAYE
4-star · 8.2/10 from 2 reviews
€36 / night
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Oasis, Seaside
4-star · 8.3/10 from 5 reviews
€40 / night
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Lighthouse Signature Suites
4-star · 8.3/10 from 6 reviews
€44 / night
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Teral Hotel by Fleur de Lys
3-star · 9.6/10 from 2 reviews
€64 / night
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Le Lodge des Almadies
3-star · 8.3/10 from 18 reviews
€68 / night
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Nightly rates in Dakar for a sample two-night stay for two adults from 29 Sep 2026, cheapest first. Rates move with your dates — check availability for a live quote.

Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) at a glance

IATA / ICAO
DSS / GOBD
Serves
Diass
Country
Senegal
Local time now
07:02 (GMT)
Time zone
Africa/Dakar
Currency
XOF (CFA)
Capital
Dakar
Coordinates
14.6711, -17.0669

Cheapest fares found from DSS right now

Updated 31 Aug 2026
DestinationAirlineStopsDepartsFrom
Cap Skirring (CSK)Air SenegalDirect7 Nov€197
Ziguinchor (ZIG)R2Direct30 Aug€237
Milan (MIL)TAP Air Portugal1 stop25 Oct€314
Barcelona (BCN)VuelingDirect24 Sep€370
Nantes (NTE)Transavia FranceDirect17 Sep€373
Madrid (MAD)IberiaDirect29 Nov€383
Algiers (ALG)Air AlgerieDirect14 Oct€466
Senou (BKO)Hapagfly1 stop15 Sep€481
Praia (RAI)ASKY AirlinesDirect12 Sep€501
Paris (PAR)Vueling1 stop29 Oct€508
Istanbul (IST)Vueling1 stop15 Oct€539
Abidjan (ABJ)Air PeaceDirect3 Sep€579
Return fares found by travellers in the last 48 hours. Prices change constantly - search for your dates to see live availability.