Cheap air tickets to Dakar

To kick off your trip without any dramas, rock up to the airport 2–3 hours before your flight. This gives you plenty of time to check in, get through security, customs, and drop off your bags, and leaves room in case anything crops up. With eDreams, you can snag top-flight deals to Dakar from over 3 cities. We’ve also got extras to make your airport time a breeze – priority boarding, extra luggage, and lounge access for a bit of comfort. For extra peace of mind, think about picking a refundable fare or chucking on some travel insurance so you can start your trip feeling ready and relaxed.

Dakar is served by 1 airport[s]. The main one, Blaise Diagne INTL, flies to 3 cities, with heaps of domestic and international options. The most popular flights head to Dubai, Praia, and Madrid. Whether you’re travelling for work or a holiday, there’s plenty of ways to get where you need to go.

The Blaise Diagne INTL, which serves Dakar, is about 41 kms from the city centre. Its handy location makes it easy for travellers to get to all the main attractions and amenities.

When getting from the airport to the city, you’ve got a few options: Public Transport: For around 0.54 $ per person, you can jump on a bus or train – cheap and easy. Taxi: A taxi from Blaise Diagne INTL to the city centre usually costs about 3.38 $ per kilometre. Perfect if you’ve got heaps of luggage or want to get there quick-smart. Car Rental: For the ultimate freedom to explore Dakar at your own pace, grab a car with eDreams. Pick it up at Blaise Diagne INTL and hit the road straight to your destination, stopping wherever you like along the way.

Planning a trip to Dakar? Here’s a quick run-down of what you might expect to spend on grub and drinks:

• Affordable Dining: 7.43 $
• Moderate Dining: 81.00 $
• Cheap Restaurant: 16.88 $
• Local Beer: 4.05 $
• Imported Beer: 6.73 $
• Coffee: 6.76 $
• Soft Drinks: 1.35 $
• Bottled Water: 1.38 $

If you’re chasing sunshine, the best time to visit Dakar is during October, November, and December, when the average temperature hits around 31.48 °C. These months are also the sunniest, with heaps of sunshine – around 200.25 hours a day. For cooler weather, plan your trip for January, February, and March, when temps drop to about 20.52 °C. Want to avoid the wet stuff? Best to skip Dakar during January, February, and March, when rainfall peaks at around 1.2 mm. The driest months are January, February, and March, with just 0 mm of rain on average.