Flying from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Abidjan's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Dakar.
Each week, there are 32 Blaise Diagne International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as early as possible, select the 01:40 Air Peace flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 19:00 with Air Cote D'Ivoire.
Your DSS to ABJ flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
There are plenty of direct flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, so getting to Abidjan (and then touring more of Ivory Coast!) is a breeze. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Air Senegal.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for DSS to ABJ flights is Kenya Airways.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DSS and ABJ include:
Bamako-Senou International Airport
Ouagadougou International Airport
Kotoka International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
Currently, ₹ 32,006 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 46,526. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DSS to ABJ.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Landing cheap flights from DSS to ABJ is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport.
Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Of all flights leaving Blaise Diagne International Airport, 66.96% land on time at their destination.
Blaise Diagne International Airport is about 64 kilometres from central Dakar. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport? Studio Meublé and KËR Mouna are close to DSS. They're an especially good choice if you're catching an early flight.
Arriving at Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
If you're landing on a late Blaise Diagne International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near ABJ:
Pick up a Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport rental car and discover Abidjan and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Avis and Green Motion are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to central Abidjan
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to the centre of Abidjan has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
When to fly to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Abidjan based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Abidjan, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from DSS to ABJ in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Ivory Coast
Bouake is just one of the many places in Ivory Coast waiting to be explored once you've seen Abidjan. Around 290 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Cathedral Saint Michel, NOUVEAU SAKABO and Douane Garden.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Ivory Coast, head for Korhogo, about 483 kilometres north of Abidjan. EGLISE VASES D’HONNEUR KORHOGO ASSEMBLÉE GRÂCE SURABONDANTE, Lieu de fabrication du balafon and Place de l'indépendance de korhogo are key reasons to visit.
