How far do most flights from Dakar go?

Historically, most flights from Dakar are long-haul, accounting for 80% of all routes in the trailing 90 days. Medium-haul flights make up 14% of the connections. Short-haul flights represent a smaller portion, typically around 6% of the total routes available from Dakar.

What are the cheapest international destinations from Dakar by country?

In the trailing 90 days, some of the cheapest international destinations from Dakar include Menorca, Spain, with a median price of $243. Marseille, France, typically has a median price of $276, and Cagliari, Italy, is around $277. Flights to Birmingham, United Kingdom, have historically been available for a median price of $287. For domestic travel, Cap Skiring in Senegal has a median price of $147.

When are flights from Dakar at their lowest price?

Historically, November has been the cheapest month for flights from Dakar, with an average price of $676. This represents a 28% savings compared to the annual median average price of $945. March is typically the second cheapest month, with average prices around $810. Planning travel during these months can offer more economical options.

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Ziguinchor

Senegal • Aug 2026

$139

$89

One-way

DSS

Banjul

Gambia • Jul 2026

$317

$107

One-way

DSS

Cap Skiring

Senegal • Jul 2026

$147

$124

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DSS

Barcelona

Spain • Dec 2026

$245

$144

One-way

DSS

Nice

France • Nov 2026

$226

$147

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DSS

Lille

France • Nov 2026

$312

$147

One-way

DSS

Marseille

France • Jul 2026

$359

$155

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Toulouse

France • Nov 2026

$258

$159

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Nantes

France • Oct 2026

$230

$159

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Bordeaux

France • Nov 2026

$283

$169

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Flights from Dakar: Overview

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Only 15.2% of recent fares from Dakar are for direct flights, indicating that connecting routes are the dominant option for travelers. This means that while you can find non-stop options, a significant majority of available flights will include at least one layover, which can sometimes lead to more competitive pricing.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Dakar, the most economical options recently include trips to Ziguinchor, Senegal, with fares starting from $118. You can also find affordable flights to Banjul, Gambia, with prices beginning at $193, and to Cap Skiring, Senegal, where fares start from $209. These destinations represent some of the lowest entry points for flights from Dakar.

Looking at the most popular routes over the last 90 days, Madrid, Spain, stands out as the most frequently discounted destination from Dakar. Other popular routes include flights to Banjul, Gambia, and Bamako, Mali, which consistently appear in recent fare observations. These destinations tend to have a higher volume of available deals, offering more opportunities for travelers.

Travelers departing from Dakar have access to a wide range of destinations, with 339 unique cities reachable over the last 90 days. The flight network extends across 69 different countries. A significant portion of recent fares from Dakar are to destinations within Côte d’Ivoire, accounting for 14%, followed closely by Mali at 13%, and France at 9%. Popular destinations like Abidjan in Côte d’Ivoire, Bamako in Mali, and Paris in France are frequently available.

The majority of flights from Dakar are for longer distances, with 80% of routes classified as long-haul. Medium-haul flights make up 14% of the routes, while short-haul trips account for only 6%. This indicates that most flight deals from Dakar are for international and intercontinental travel, rather than short regional hops.

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Mon, Jul 13

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DSS - Helsinki

Dakar (DSS) - Helsinki (HEL)

Turkish Airlines

$1,282

$830

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Thu, Jul 16

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DSS - Entebbe

Dakar (DSS) - Entebbe (EBB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,286

$796

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Sun, Jul 19

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DSS - Moroni

Dakar (DSS) - Moroni (HAH)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,505

$1,033

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

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DSS - Bangkok

Dakar (DSS) - Bangkok (BKK)

Turkish Airlines

$1,618

$1,316

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

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DSS - Doha

Dakar (DSS) - Doha (DOH)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,088

$863

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Sun, Jul 19

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DSS - Shanghai

Dakar (DSS) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air China, Iberia Airlines

$1,733

$1,272

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Helsinki

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Finland • Jul 2026

from

$830

Angeles

TOP

Philippines • Nov 2026

from

$1,119

Venice

TOP

Italy • Dec 2026

from

$364

Guangzhou

TOP

China • Jul 2026

from

$1,060

Shenzhen

TOP

China • Aug 2026

from

$1,479

Nairobi

TOP

Kenya • Dec 2026

from

$621

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Dakar

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DSS - Angeles

$2,064 → $1,119

-38%

DSS - Champaign

$2,061 → $1,274

-32%

DSS - Beijing

$2,061 → $1,392

-30%

DSS - Shenzhen

$2,128 → $1,479

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Watch fares to Ziguinchor

Flights to Ziguinchor (ZIG) start at $90 direct, or $118 roundtrip.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Feb, Nov

Flights from Dakar tend to be cheaper in February and November.

⏱️ Best time to book

8+ months in advance

Booking 8+ months ahead can save you money, as prices tend to rise closer to departure.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Aero-Tropics Air Services, Brussels Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines

A mix of full-service and international carriers serve this market.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$90 direct / ~$118 roundtrip

The best deals are to destinations within Senegal and Gambia.

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Mon - Sat

The cheapest day to fly from DKR is Saturday, with prices starting from $112.

Dakar main airports to depart from

Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)

Cheapest

Blaise Diagne International Airport is ideal for travelers seeking international flights from the Dakar region.

📍 ~34 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$118

Airports nearby Dakar used as alternative

Banjul International (BJL)

Banjul International is a useful alternative due to its proximity and shared regional geography with Dakar.

📍 ~176 km from Dakar (reachable by car, crossing the Gambia River via bridge and an international border)

💸 Flights from ~$191

Nouakchott International (NKC)

Cheapest

Nouakchott International is a strong secondary option for northern travelers with good connections to North Africa.

📍 ~400 km from Dakar (reachable by car, crossing an international border)

💸 Flights from ~$162

Cap Skirring (CSK)

Cap Skirring offers a domestic alternative within Senegal, avoiding international border complexities for travelers.

📍 ~272 km from Dakar

💸 Flights from ~$224

Osvaldo Vieira International (OXB)

Osvaldo Vieira International serves as a secondary gateway for southern Senegal with direct flights to Lisbon.

📍 ~369 km from Dakar

💸 Flights from ~$559

Conakry International (CKY)

Conakry International is a major West African hub with diverse international carriers for long-haul routes.

📍 ~706 km from Dakar

💸 Flights from ~$407

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Booking Flights from Dakar: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations from Dakar have offered median prices under $300. For instance, flights to Cap Skiring typically cost around $147, and Ziguinchor flights are approximately $164. Other options include Menorca at a median price of $243 and Santiago de Compostela at $254. Additionally, travelers have found flights to Ibiza for about $268 and Marseille for $276 in the trailing 90 days.

In the trailing 90 days, Dakar has historically been connected to 339 unique cities across 69 countries. A significant portion of these connections are within Côte d’Ivoire, accounting for 14% of destinations. Mali follows with 13% of the connections, and France represents 9% of the available routes.

Across the trailing quarter, the most frequently served destinations from Dakar include Madrid in Spain. Banjul in Gambia is also a popular route. Additionally, Bamako in Mali is historically one of the busiest deal routes from Dakar.

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