Flying from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN): what you need to know
Guangzhou is eight hours ahead of Dakar and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your DSS to CAN flight.
Travelling during a peak month like September? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Guangzhou Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DSS and CAN:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
Currently, Rs173,088 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs305,702. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from DSS to CAN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Guangzhou Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Guangzhou Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Of all flights leaving Blaise Diagne International Airport, 76% land on time at their destination.
To reach Blaise Diagne International Airport from central Dakar, it takes around 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to DSS? If you're boarding an early flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Guangzhou Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
Reserve a hotel near CAN if you're on a late Blaise Diagne International Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Guangzhou Airport rental car and discover parts of Guangzhou that aren't on a typical itinerary. You can book your wheels with Hertz.
Reserving your vehicle from Guangzhou Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou
You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Guangzhou. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Guangzhou Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Guangzhou based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Guangzhou is July, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Guangzhou Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DSS to CAN sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
You've seen Guangzhou, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Journey about 105 kilometres south-east to Shenzhen to tick off its top attractions. From Huangshan Mountain to The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou, Dongguan is another favourite stop in China. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park.
