The airport is about 45 km from central Dakar; taxis take 45–60 minutes via the toll expressway.
Things to do at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Blaise Diagne International AirportDSS
At the airport
Things to do in Blaise Diagne International Airport
Blaise Diagne International Airport serves Dakar, the westernmost city in mainland Africa and a vibrant West African cultural capital. Goree Island — a UNESCO World Heritage former slave trading post — is accessible by a short ferry from the Dakar port and is one of the most historically significant and moving sites in Africa. The African Renaissance Monument, IFAN Museum of African Arts, and Marché Sandaga are central city draws. Senegalese thiéboudienne (fish and rice) is West Africa's most celebrated dish and a must-try.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Blaise Diagne International Airport
- Goree Island ferries depart from Dakar port (30 minutes one-way) — allow at least 3 hours round trip for a proper visit to this profoundly important site.
- Senegalese attaya (sweet mint tea served in three rounds) is a cultural ritual — accept it graciously if offered by a host.
Lounge directory
Browse lounges at DSS
1 Sanctifly partner lounge at Blaise Diagne International Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestTop Kapi Lounge
Traveling through Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) in Dakar, Senegal? You’ll find the Top Kapi Lounge in the Main Terminal on the airside, making it a convenient airport lounge option once you’ve completed the required departure formalities. After you pass passport control and the security check, continue into the airside departures area and follow the signage toward the boarding gates. The lounge is located near gate 6, so it’s especially easy to reach if your flight departs from that part of the terminal. Plan to access the Top Kapi Lounge after clearance, since it is not available landside, and allow a few extra minutes to walk from security to gate 6 depending on terminal traffic and your travel time.Book Now
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