Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS): what you need to know
Dakar's timezone is UTC+0, making Dakar four hours ahead of Ottawa.
Leave plenty of time to make your YOW to DSS flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Rs156,566 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs359,042. These prices can change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from YOW to DSS, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from YOW to DSS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
Of the flights that depart from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% land on time at their destination.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near YOW:
Arriving at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Stay moments from the runway if you're getting in on a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport flight. Studio Meublé is a comfortable option close to DSS. Or check in and enjoy some rest at KËR Mouna before travelling to your final destination.
Go where the road takes you with a Blaise Diagne International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Avis or Europcar and venture far and wide through Dakar and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Blaise Diagne International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
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 by car.
When to fly to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Dakar. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Blaise Diagne International Airport for October if you want to explore Dakar during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 32ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YOW to DSS in March. Average temperatures are between 18ºC and 29ºC then.
Explore more of Senegal
You've done Dakar, now it's time to explore more of Senegal. Travel about 56 kilometres east to Thiès Nones to check off its must-visit sights. From Eglise Marie Reine de l'Univers to Promenade Thiessois and Mickey Land, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Senegal, head for Ziguinchor, about 274 kilometres south-east of Dakar. Abene, Escale and PROJET MÉMORIAL LE JOOLA are key reasons to visit.
