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Best window seat landing at Blaise Diagne International

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LandingRIGHT

Petite Côte coastline, Somone Lagoon, Atlantic Ocean

🛬 Landing at Dakar (DSS)

Best sideRight
WhyLanding on runway 19 means approaching from the north and flying south, so the Petite Côte coastline and Atlantic Ocean lie off to the right side. You'll get a good look at the beaches and lagoons near Saly and Somone before the plane lines up with the inland runway at Diass.
Look forPetite Côte coastline, Somone Lagoon, Atlantic Ocean, scattered Mbour-area fishing villages

Blaise Diagne International Airport opened in 2017 about 45 km southeast of Dakar, replacing the older Léopold Sédar Senghor Airport. It has a single modern terminal designed to handle growing international traffic, with a single long runway capable of accommodating wide-body aircraft.

⛰️ Elevation289 ft
🛫 Runways1 (01/19)
✈️ HubAir Senegal
📍 NearbyDKR 29 mi

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Which side of the plane has the best views landing at Blaise Diagne International (DSS)?

When landing at Blaise Diagne International (DSS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Landing on runway 19 means approaching from the north and flying south, so the Petite Côte coastline and Atlantic Ocean lie off to the right side. You'll get a good look at the beaches and lagoons near Saly and Somone before the plane lines up with the inland runway at Diass. Notable sights include: Petite Côte coastline, Somone Lagoon, Atlantic Ocean, scattered Mbour-area fishing villages.

What can I see when arriving at Dakar?

Arriving at Blaise Diagne International in Dakar, passengers on the Right side enjoy views of Petite Côte coastline, Somone Lagoon, Atlantic Ocean, scattered Mbour-area fishing villages. Landing on runway 19 means approaching from the north and flying south, so the Petite Côte coastline and Atlantic Ocean lie off to the right side. You'll get a good look at the beaches and lagoons near Saly and Somone before the plane lines up with the inland runway at Diass.

What factors affect the best window seat landing at Blaise Diagne International?

The best window seat landing at Blaise Diagne International (DSS) depends on several factors: the approach path and runway in use, geographic features around Dakar (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening arrivals often offer the best lighting.