Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS): what you need to know
Dakar's timezone is UTC+0, making Dakar five hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MAA to DSS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. Dubai Airport is a top stopover on the MAA to DSS route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Rs104,657 is currently the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs268,826. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MAA to DSS, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of all flights leaving Chennai Airport, 76.04% land on schedule at their destination.
Chennai Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Chennai Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near MAA:
Arriving at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Stay moments from the runway if you're landing on a late Chennai Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight. Studio Meublé is one option near DSS. Or check in and relax at KËR Mouna before travelling to your final destination.
Pick up 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 you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Blaise Diagne International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to central Dakar
From Blaise Diagne International Airport, Dakar is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Dakar. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Chennai Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Dakar, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAA to DSS in March. Average temperatures are between 18ºC and 29ºC then.
Explore more of Senegal
Thiès Nones is just one of the many cities in Senegal waiting to be discovered once you've seen Dakar. Around 56 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Eglise Marie Reine de l'Univers, Promenade Thiessois and Mickey Land.
Around 274 kilometres south-east of Dakar, Ziguinchor is another favourite stop in Senegal. No visit is complete without checking out Abene, Escale and PROJET MÉMORIAL LE JOOLA.
