Travelling from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Osvaldo Vieira Airport (OXB): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Osvaldo Vieira Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
Bissau's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Dakar.
Each week, there are six Blaise Diagne International Airport to Osvaldo Vieira Airport flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, select the 11:00 Air Senegal flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 17:00 with ASKY.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your DSS to OXB flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Getting to Bissau (and then seeing more of Guinea-Bissau!) is a cinch with Air Senegal. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Osvaldo Vieira Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Air Senegal.
If you want to visit a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Osvaldo Vieira Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Nelson Mandela International Airport is a popular stop between DSS and OXB.
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Osvaldo Vieira Airport (OXB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Osvaldo Vieira Airport flight is Rs72,857. A return fare right now is Rs139,172. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from DSS to OXB, book your trip one month before your departure.
December is the cheapest month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Osvaldo Vieira Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Blaise Diagne International Airport, 66.96% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Blaise Diagne International Airport from central Dakar, it takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Got an early flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Osvaldo Vieira Airport? Stay at a hotel near DSS, like Studio Meublé. KËR Mouna will also put you moments from check-in.
Arriving at Osvaldo Vieira Airport (OXB)
If you're coming in on a late Blaise Diagne International Airport to Osvaldo Vieira Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near OXB:
Getting from Osvaldo Vieira Airport (OXB) to central Bissau
From Osvaldo Vieira Airport, Bissau is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Osvaldo Vieira Airport (OXB)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Osvaldo Vieira Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Bissau. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Osvaldo Vieira Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Bissau, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from DSS to OXB in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 34ºC on average.
Explore more of Guinea-Bissau
You've visited Bissau, now it's time to discover more of Guinea-Bissau. Travel around 80 kilometres north-west to Cacheu to tick off its leading attractions. From Historical Museum Of Cacheu to Memorial da Escravatura e do Tráfico Negreiro de Cacheu and Fort Cacheu, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another corner of Guinea-Bissau, consider Bubaque, roughly 72 kilometres south-west of Bissau. Ilha Roxa, Rubane and Ponta Anchaca are among its highlights.
