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Cheapest return flight
R13 289
Typical prices: R12 462-R16 729
Ethiopian Air
Mon 12/11Sun 18/11
CPT - DSS • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R9 236
Typical prices: R7 478-R10 292
Kenya Airways
Sat 17/2
CPT - DSS • 3 stops
When to travel
December
Cheapest • 13% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg R11 718 (return)
Istanbul (IST)
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

Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 18
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 17:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
27h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:00 - 14:10DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 10m2 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole
R13 289Ethiopian Air
1 day ago
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Jan 5
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13:50 - 17:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
29h 15m2 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
R16 143Ethiopian Air
3 hours ago
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Jan 5
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 17:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
29h 15m2 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
R16 471Ethiopian Air
2 days ago
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Jan 5
Kenya Airways Logo
6:00 - 15:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
35h 10m3 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
R16 980Kenya Airways
3 hours ago
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Jan 5
Kenya Airways Logo
6:00 - 15:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
35h 10m3 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
R17 062Kenya Airways
1 day ago
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Jan 5
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12:20 - 15:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
28h 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
R17 062Kenya Airways
2 days ago
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 17:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
27h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:00 - 13:00DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 00m2 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole
R17 078Ethiopian Air
1 day ago
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Jan 5
Kenya Airways Logo
6:00 - 15:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
35h 10m3 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
R17 866Kenya Airways
3 hours ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 18
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 6:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
39h 05m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:05 - 12:05DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 00m1 stop Istanbul
R20 015Turkish Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 18
Multiple Airlines 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
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 - 13:00DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 00m2 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole
R20 343Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Dakar flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Dakar typically range from R12 462 to R16 729. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 289 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 157 return.
•March (R20 704) and November (R18 703) 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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Key details for Cape Town to Dakar flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R9 236
Beat the crowds with an average 66% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 119% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Dakar

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 462 to R16 729, with an average of R14 050 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 462 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 289 to R76 205. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 865, which is 15% 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 starting from around R513 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 289 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R19 621, a difference of R6 333.

    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 289, about R6 333 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 157 return in that month – typically R8 547 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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