CPT - DSS

R8 916 Find Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Dakar – Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 13% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
R13 999
Typical prices: R12 540-R16 856
Ethiopian Air
Mon 19/11Thu 22/11
CPT - DSS • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R8 916
Typical prices: R7 433-R10 466
Multiple Airlines
Sun 28/10
CPT - DSS • 3 stops
When to travel
December
Cheapest • 15% price drop
December
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg R11 600 (return)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 29h 17m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches hundreds of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you enjoy your trip to Dakar!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Dakar (CPT-DSS)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Dakar

Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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 999Ethiopian Air
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 17:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
27h 15m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:05 - 23:00DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R14 616Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 16:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
29h 05m2 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
R15 055Ethiopian Air
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Jan 5
Kenya Airways Logo
23:25 - 15:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
17h 45m2 stops 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
R15 720Kenya Airways
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
R15 899Kenya Airways
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Jan 5
Kenya Airways Logo
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
Kenya Airways Logo
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
R15 899Kenya Airways
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Jan 5
Kenya Airways Logo
23:25 - 15:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
17h 45m2 stops 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 597Kenya Airways
Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:00 - 17:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
29h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:15 - 11:50DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R17 036Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:00 - 17:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
29h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:05 - 23:00DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R17 052Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Jan 5
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 15:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
26h 45m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
Kenya Airways Logo
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 198Kenya Airways
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 from Cape Town to Dakar with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Dakar start at R13 999. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R12 540 to R16 856. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 999 on Ethiopian Air.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Dakar and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 36% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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 034 return.
•March (R20 495) and October (R20 462) 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.

Find deals

Key details for Cape Town to Dakar flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R8 916
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
Flights 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.
Estimated return price

Your Cape Town to Dakar flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 540 to R16 856, with an average of R14 194 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 540 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 999 to R71 164. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R9 364.

  • 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 R509 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
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the Cape Town to Dakar route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R13 154 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R19 423, a difference of R6 269. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 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 instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R13 154 – about R6 269 less than Saturday (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 034 return in that month – typically R8 461 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

More options for your flight from Cape Town to Dakar

Complete your trip to Dakar with a hotel stay or car hire

Car hire in Dakar
Hotels in Dakar