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Cheapest return fare
R10 612
Typical prices: R10 902-R13 277
Kenya Airways
Wed 23/9Tue 29/9
JNB - DSS • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 299
Typical prices: R5 572-R9 271
Kenya Airways
Wed 16/12
JNB - DSS • 2 stops
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Not available
There are currently no direct flights between OR Tambo and Dakar. You’ll need at least 2 connections.
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 14% compared to booking last minute.
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January
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Dakar (JNB-DSS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Johannesburg to Dakar that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Dakar

Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 29
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17:00 - 15:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
24h 10m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
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16:10 - 15:50DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 40m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R10 612Kenya Airways
Wed, Dec 23 - Sat, Jan 2
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12:05 - 15:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
29h 05m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
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16:10 - 15:50DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 40m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R12 275Kenya Airways
Fri, Oct 9 - Thu, Oct 15
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12:10 - 15:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
29h 00m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
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16:10 - 0:15DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 05m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R12 356Kenya Airways
Fri, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 16
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14:30 - 6:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
18h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
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8:00 - 3:55DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R14 569Ethiopian Air
Fri, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 16
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14:30 - 6:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
18h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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8:00 - 3:55DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R14 730Ethiopian Air
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2
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22:50 - 17:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
20h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
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8:25 - 3:55DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 30m2 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole
R14 747Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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1:15 - 15:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
15h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
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7:15 - 10:15DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 00m1 stop Istanbul
R15 829Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Mon, May 31
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1:35 - 15:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
15h 35m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
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7:20 - 10:30DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 10m1 stop Istanbul
R16 006Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Sat, Jan 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 15:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
24h 10m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
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8:05 - 22:25DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 20m1 stop Istanbul
R16 055Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 23 - Fri, Sep 4
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5:00 - 17:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
14h 25m1 stop Lome
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8:25 - 13:05DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R111 592ASKY
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for OR Tambo to Dakar flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from OR Tambo to Dakar to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dakar?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dakar departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Dakar from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually cost between R11 015 and R16 378 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R10 612 on Kenya Airways (Sept 23–Sept 29).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dakar?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dakar, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dakar is January, where tickets cost R10 822 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R12 550 and R12 501 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dakar?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dakar, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dakar, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 14% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

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Low season

April

Cheapest flight

R6 299
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
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When to book flights from OR Tambo to Dakar

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Dakar based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Johannesburg to Dakar flights

  • How can I find my way to OR Tambo International Airport from the Johannesburg City Centre?

    OR Tambo International Airport is about 23 kilometres from Johannesburg City Centre. Catch a Gautrain, which leaves Park Station about every 12 minutes between 5:15 and 22:00 for about 100,00 ZAR. A taxi costs around 600,00 ZAR and an Uber ride around 300,00 ZAR.

  • How can I get from Blaise Diagne International Airport to the city centre?

    Yellow taxis are available at the airport, but make sure to agree the fee with the driver before leaving. The 60 kilometre hour-long ride to Dakar’s City Centre is between 12 000 XOF (about 320,00 ZAR) to 20 000 XOF (about 530,00 ZAR). The Dakar Dem Dikk bus Line 8 goes from the airport to the Dakar's centre with a few stops along  the way. The cost is between 150 XOF and 175 XOF (about 4,00 ZAR to 5,00 ZAR). Buses depart every 10 minutes from 6am to 20.30.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dakar?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dakar was R6 299 for a one-way ticket and R10 612 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Johannesburg to Dakar?

    On your way to Dakar, you’ll fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo. You’ll be landing at Dakar Blaise Diagne.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Johannesburg to Dakar?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Johannesburg to Dakar?

    Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Johannesburg and Dakar, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Johannesburg to Dakar, Kenya Airways or Ethiopian Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Johannesburg to Dakar are Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air. With an average price for the route of R10 935 and an overall rating of 6,7, Kenya Airways is the most popular choice. Ethiopian Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R13 474 and an overall rating of 7,2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Johannesburg to Dakar?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Johannesburg to Dakar.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Johannesburg to Dakar?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Dakar from Johannesburg is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Johannesburg to Dakar?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Dakar with an airline and back to Johannesburg with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Johannesburg to Dakar?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Dakar from Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Dakar?

    In the past 5 days, the cheapest return tickets from Johannesburg to Dakar were found on Kenya Airways (R10 612) and Ethiopian Air (R14 569).

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dakar

  • If you have to catch an early morning flight from Johannesburg, there’s a number of hotels at OR Tambo airport where you can walk to the airport terminal. The InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is a short walk across the road from the terminal buildings. The City Lodge Hotel OR Tambo is a four-minute walk across the skywalk to the Departures Hall. Southern Sun Airport Hotel is also in the airport precinct opposite the airport and has a complimentary shuttle service to the airport.
  • It’s a good idea to wrap your bags with plastic to protect your belongings before departing from OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. Wrapping stations are located in the International Departures Terminal. It costs about 100,00 ZAR for each bag wrapped.
  • There are two VIP lounges in the Departures Hall of Dakar’s Blaise Diagne International Airport, formerly known as Dakar Léopold Sédar Senghor Airport. For Business or First Class passengers of certain airlines and VIP lounges card holders, or you can pay a once-off fee of around 6 000,00 to 10 000,00 XOF (about 160,00 ZAR to 270,00 ZAR).

Everything you need to know for your flight from OR Tambo to Dakar

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Johannesburg (JNB)
Dakar (DSS)