Car Hire Blaise Diagne Airport Useful Information
Car hire is available to collect from the passenger terminals within the airport, making it a convenient place to begin your onward journey from, be it for business or pleasure. Car hire from the airport is an affordable option. The airport has good connections to the major roads in and around Dakar and is located close to the town of Ndiass. Here is some helpful information to help you on the way when driving your Hire Car.
Route from Blaise Diagne International Airport (AIBD) to Dakar:
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Main Route: From AIBD, you'd typically take the A1 toll road, which is the primary highway connecting the airport to Dakar. It's a modern, multi-lane road, and one of the best-maintained in the country.
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Distance: The distance from AIBD to Dakar is approximately 45 kilometers (about 28 miles). Depending on traffic, the journey can take between 45 minutes to a little over an hour.
Distances to Other Cities from AIBD:
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Thiès: About 30 kilometers (around 18 miles) northeast of the airport. The A1 toll road connects AIBD to Thiès.
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Mbour: Roughly 40 kilometers (about 25 miles) south of the airport. You'd head south on the N1 road.
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Saint-Louis: Located about 195 kilometers (around 121 miles) north of the airport. To get there, you'd primarily use the N2 road.
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Touba: Situated about 145 kilometers (90 miles) east of the airport. The primary route would be the N3 road.
What You Need to Know About Driving in the Area:
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Tolls: The A1 road from AIBD to Dakar is a toll road. Ensure you have some local currency (CFA francs) to pay the toll fees.
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Road Conditions: The main roads like the A1 are in good condition, but once you deviate from major highways, you might encounter roads that are less maintained.
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Driving Behavior: Watch out for unpredictable driving habits, pedestrians, and occasional livestock on the roads.
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Safety: Avoid driving outside major urban areas after dark due to reduced visibility and lack of street lighting in some areas.
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Navigation: Having a reliable GPS or a local SIM card with data for using apps like Google Maps can be very helpful.
Type of Car:
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Sedans: Suitable for city driving and short trips around Dakar or to nearby cities like Thiès. They are more fuel-efficient and easier to maneuver in traffic.
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SUVs or 4x4s: Recommended if you plan on traveling to more remote areas or off the main roads. These vehicles offer better ground clearance, which can be beneficial on uneven or rough roads, especially during or after the rainy season.
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Fuel Efficiency: Given the potential for long distances between destinations, it might be worth considering a car with good fuel efficiency but dont worry about the mileage as we offer unlimitedd.
When renting a car, before setting off, familiarize yourself with the vehicle, checking for any pre-existing damage, and ensuring all essential functions (lights, wipers, horn) work correctly.
Current Rental Rates in Blaise Diagne International Airport
Hyundai i10
4 Adults, 3 Doors
From 68.24 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 477.71 EUR from 20/05/2024
Citroen C-Elysee
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 74.49 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 521.46 EUR from 20/05/2024
Hyundai i10
4 Adults, 3 Doors
From 77.92 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 545.46 EUR from 20/05/2024
Key Highlights for Car Hire at Blaise Diagne International Airport: Making the Most of Your Journey.
- The Blaise Diagne International Airport replaced the Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport.
- There were many delays in its opening, but it finally opened for Operations on December 7th, 2017.
- The airport is enlarged to handle the increase in number of passengers.
- The airport is located close to the town of Ndiass in Senegal.
- It serves the area of Dakar.
- The airport is named after the former mayor of Dakar and the first black African elected to the French Chamber of Deputies.
Blaise Diagne International Airport - Popular Destinations
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January | € 67 |
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February | € 72 |
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March | € 68 |
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April | € 72 |
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May | € 73 |
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June | € 77 |
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January | € 72 |
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February | € 74 |
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March | € 73 |
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April | € 73 |
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June | € 78 |
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July | € 74 |
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August | € 73 |
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September | € 73 |
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November | € 80 |
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December | € 77 |
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January | € 178 |
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February | € 172 |
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March | € 181 |
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April | € 186 |
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May | € 189 |
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June | € 200 |
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July | € 191 |
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August | € 188 |
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September | € 187 |
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October | € 196 |
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November | € 199 |
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December | € 193 |
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January | € 102 |
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February | € 100 |
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March | € 104 |
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April | € 102 |
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May | € 104 |
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June | € 108 |
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July | € 104 |
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August | € 102 |
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September | € 98 |
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November | € 111 |
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December | € 108 |
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January | € 42 |
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February | € 41 |
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April | € 46 |
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July | € 49 |
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August | € 48 |
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September | € 49 |
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October | € 51 |
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November | € 52 |
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December | € 52 |
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January | € 102 |
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February | € 99 |
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March | € 104 |
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April | € 102 |
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June | € 108 |
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July | € 103 |
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August | € 101 |
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November | € 114 |
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December | € 110 |
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