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Cheapest return flight
R13 441
Typical prices: R12 620-R16 942
Ethiopian Air
Tue 13/11Tue 27/11
CPT - DSS • 2 stops
When to travel
Cheapest • 13% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg R11 867 (return)
Shortest trip • 29h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Dakar (CPT-DSS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Dakar

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 6:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
19h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
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18:50 - 13:00DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 10m2 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole
R13 441Ethiopian Air
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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15:10 - 6:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
17h 35m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:50 - 14:10DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 20m2 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole
R13 574Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 16:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
29h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
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18:50 - 14:10DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 20m2 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole
R13 674Ethiopian Air
Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Nov 29
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 16:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
29h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:50 - 14:10DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 20m2 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole
R14 737Ethiopian Air
Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 17:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
27h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
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8:00 - 13:00DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 00m2 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole
R15 086Ethiopian Air
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Kenya Airways Logo
12:20 - 15:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
52h 50m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
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16:10 - 22:05DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 55m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R15 318Kenya Airways
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
Kenya Airways Logo
23:30 - 15:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
17h 40m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
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16:10 - 11:40DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 30m3 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 352Kenya Airways
Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 6:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
39h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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21:05 - 23:00DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R15 966Turkish Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Kenya Airways Logo
12:20 - 15:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
52h 50m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
Kenya Airways Logo
16:10 - 22:05DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 55m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R16 066Kenya Airways
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Kenya Airways Logo
12:20 - 15:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
52h 50m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
Kenya Airways Logo
16:10 - 11:40DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 30m3 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 216Kenya Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Dakar flights

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Dakar?

Return flights from Cape Town to Dakar typically range from R12 620 to R16 942. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 441 on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Dakar?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Dakar. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 39% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Dakar?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Dakar at R12 311 return.
•March (R20 967) and November (R18 940) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 70% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Cape Town to Dakar flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R13 441
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 191% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Dakar

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Dakar based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Dakar flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Dakar?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Dakar:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Dakar?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Cape Town to Dakar. Flights with 1 stopover take between 18h 29m and 29h 17m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Dakar?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Dakar flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Dakar range from R12 620 to R16 942, with an average of R14 228 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 620 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Dakar changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R13 441 to R67 252. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at Dakar Blaise Diagne Airport (DSS)?

    Dakar Blaise Diagne Airport (DSS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R521 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Avis
    • Sixt
    • Ok Mobility
    • Europcar
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Dakar?

    Flights from Cape Town to Dakar usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Dakar Blaise Diagne (DSS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Dakar pass through?

    Connecting flights from Cape Town to Dakar most commonly pass through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 75% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 25% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Dakar?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Cape Town to Dakar. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R13 458 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R19 871, a difference of R6 413.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Dakar?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 18h 29m, compared to 29h 17m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Dakar?

    Dakar is 2 hours behind Cape Town (Greenwich Mean Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Dakar flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R13 458, about R6 413 less than Saturday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Dakar trip for December. Fares historically average R12 311 return in that month – typically R8 656 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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