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 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

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

Connecting flights from Cape Town to Dakar most commonly pass through: • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 50% of one-stop connections • Istanbul (IST) – 50% 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 38% on flights from Cape Town to Dakar. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R12 296 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R19 661, a difference of R7 365. 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 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 26h 57m 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.

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 431 to R49 643. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Cape Town to Dakar looking right now?

One-way fares from Cape Town to Dakar are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R9 204, which is 6% above the typical average for this route.

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 26h 57m 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.

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 averaging R1 272 for economy cars. Top options include: • Avis • Sixt • Ok Mobility • OK Mobility • Europcar

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Dakar range from R12 669 to R16 744, with an average of R14 055 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 669 counts as a good deal.

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Dakar typically range from R12 669 to R16 744. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 431 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, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Dakar. It's 13% 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 181 return. •March (R20 746) and November (R18 741) 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.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Cape Town to Dakar?

Ethiopian Air (R13 431) and Kenya Airways (R16 488) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Cape Town to Dakar according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Cape Town to Dakar?

Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and Istanbul (IST) are the most popular stopovers for the Cape Town to Dakar route. 50% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via ADD or IST.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Cape Town to Dakar?

Flights via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R11 742. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Cape Town to Dakar, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) had the shortest average connection time for Cape Town to Dakar stopovers at 10h 22m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: R12 669-R16 744

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Mon, Nov 23 - Sat, Nov 28

13:50 - 17:05CPT Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne

29h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Bamako

8:00 - 13:00DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 00m2 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole

R13 431Ethiopian Air

3+ days ago

Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4

13:50 - 6:50CPT Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne

19h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Bamako

18:50 - 14:10DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 20m2 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole

R13 464Ethiopian Air

2 days ago

Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 27

15:10 - 6:50CPT Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne

17h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Bamako

18:50 - 14:10DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 20m2 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole

R13 464Ethiopian Air

1 day ago

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3

13:50 - 17:05CPT Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne

29h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Bamako

8:00 - 13:30DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 30m2 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole

R13 529Ethiopian Air

2 days ago

Mon, Nov 23 - Sat, Nov 28

14:30 - 15:10CPT Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne

26h 40m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny

16:10 - 13:35DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 25m3 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

R16 488Kenya Airways

3+ days ago

Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4

13:40 - 16:50CPT Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne

29h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl Conakry

18:35 - 11:35DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl

39h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl

R16 850Emirates

2 days ago

Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Nov 28

19:35 - 15:10CPT Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne

45h 35m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny

16:10 - 13:35DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 25m3 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

R17 047Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3

20:25 - 15:10CPT Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne

44h 45m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny

16:10 - 23:35DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl

53h 25m3 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 836Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13

13:40 - 16:50CPT Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne

29h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl Conakry

18:35 - 18:00DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl

R21 289Emirates

2 days ago

Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15

13:40 - 16:50CPT Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne

29h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl Conakry

18:35 - 16:45DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl

R22 078Emirates

2 days ago

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Dakar? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Cape Town to Dakar departing in November.
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, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Dakar. It's 13% 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? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Cape Town to Dakar, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •December is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Dakar at R12 181 return.
•March (R20 746) and November (R18 741) 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.

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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 26h 57m 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 669 to R16 744, with an average of R14 055 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 669 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 431 to R49 643. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Cape Town to Dakar looking right now?
One-way fares from Cape Town to Dakar are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R9 204, which is 6% above the typical average for this route.
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 averaging R1 272 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Avis
• Sixt
• Ok Mobility
• OK Mobility
• Europcar
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:

• Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 50% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) – 50% 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 38% on flights from Cape Town to Dakar. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R12 296 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R19 661, a difference of R7 365.

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 26h 57m 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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average R12 296, which is about R7 365 less than Saturday fares (37% 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 181 return in that month – typically R8 565 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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