London to Dakar (LGW–DSS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LGW–DSS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. TUI Airways leads the route. The flight covers 2,690 miles in approximately 6h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 14 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BY TUI Airways | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
LGW: BST · DSS: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 5:00 PM in Dakar.
British passport holders enter Senegal visa-free for stays up to 90 days. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with at least two blank pages. The visa-free policy has been in effect since May 2015.
You need a return or onward ticket. Immigration at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) may ask for proof of accommodation and yellow fever vaccination. Register with your embassy if staying more than 30 days. Extensions beyond 90 days require a visit to the Direction de la Police des Etrangers in Dakar.
No direct flights from the UK to Senegal exist on most schedules. Connections via Paris (CDG or ORY) or Casablanca (CMN) are the fastest, with total journey times of 8 to 10 hours. Air France, Royal Air Maroc, and Brussels Airlines serve Dakar from European hubs. The West African CFA franc (XOF) is the local currency, pegged at 655.957 XOF per EUR 1. Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for all travelers arriving in Senegal. Take malaria prophylaxis for all regions, and bring DEET-based repellent.
The Gatwick Express runs non-stop from London Victoria to the South Terminal in 30 minutes, with trains every 15 minutes (from £21.50 one-way; advance fares cheaper online). Thameslink trains from London Bridge, Blackfriars, City Thameslink, and Farringdon are slower (35–45 min) but significantly cheaper; often £10–13 on Oyster or contactless. Southern trains also serve the route.National coaches (National Express, Megabus) connect Gatwick to Victoria Coach Station for £6–15. Taxis from central London cost £70–100+ depending on traffic. Driving via M23 and A23 takes 35–60 minutes; multi-storey car parks are directly connected to both terminals by a 2-minute monorail shuttle.
LGW–DSS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LGW to DSS
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) are connected by nonstop service from TUI Airways. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LGW to DSS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LGW to DSS ranges from 6 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,690 miles (4,329 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
14 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via ALG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.