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Wed, Oct 21
Los Angeles LAXDakar DSS
£418
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Wed, Oct 21
Los Angeles LAXDakar DSS
£422
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Fri, Oct 23
Los Angeles LAXDakar DSS
£429
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Tue, Oct 20
Los Angeles LAXDakar DSS
£430
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Tue, Oct 20
Los Angeles LAXDakar DSS
£437
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Sun, Oct 18
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Fri, Oct 23 – Fri, Oct 30
Los Angeles LAXDakar DSS
£883
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Fri, Oct 23 – Fri, Oct 30
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£886
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Wed, Oct 21 – Tue, Oct 27
Los Angeles LAXDakar DSS
£1,039
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Fri, Oct 23 – Fri, Oct 30
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£1,124
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£1,129
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How much do flights to Dakar cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£418

Cheapest round-trip

£883

Average round-trip

£1,163

Includes rare itinerary

Travel hack

Most popular airline

Royal Air Maroc

Getting from Dakar's airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi or private transfer. Best value: public bus (DDD) or shared minibus (car rapide).

Dakar is served by Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS), located approximately 47 km southeast of the city center. The airport opened in 2017 and replaced the former Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport. Airport transfers to city center destinations include taxis, private transfers, the AIBD Express bus service, public buses, and ride-hailing apps. Journey times vary significantly depending on traffic conditions, particularly during peak hours when congestion on the main routes into Dakar can be substantial.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

60-90 min

F CFA 3,000; approximately $5 USD; fixed fare

every 30–60 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

45-75 min

F CFA 25,000 – F CFA 35,000; approximately $40–55 USD; fixed zone rates

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

convenience and comfort

45-75 min

F CFA 35,000 – F CFA 50,000; approximately $55–80 USD; pre-booked

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups or families

45-75 min

F CFA 20,000 – F CFA 30,000; approximately $32–48 USD; surge pricing may apply

on-demand (traffic dependent)

app-based booking

90-120 min

F CFA 500 – F CFA 1,000; approximately $0.80–1.60 USD

limited service (traffic dependent)

lowest cost option

45-75 min

F CFA 30,000 – F CFA 60,000; approximately $48–96 USD per day

on-demand (traffic dependent)

flexibility and exploration

Notes:

  • Prices in XOF (West African CFA franc); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Traffic congestion between the airport and Dakar city center can be significant, especially during morning and evening rush hours.
  • Official airport taxis operate with fixed zone-based pricing; agree on the fare before departure.
  • The toll road (Autoroute à péage) offers faster travel times but incurs additional toll fees of approximately 2,400 XOF.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Dakar

Depart from
Los Angeles International
Arrive to
Blaise Diagne International Airport
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Goree Island, Senegal

Check-in for a flight from Los Angeles to Dakar

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Royal Air MarocRAMATNo
VuelingVLGVYNo
Iberia AirlinesIBEIBYes
TAP PortugalTAPTPNo
Air FranceAFRAFNo

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Dakar

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January26°C21°C
February25°C20°C
March24°C20°C
April24°C20°C
May25°C21°C
June26°C23°C
July27°C25°C
August28°C26°C
September29°C26°C
October30°C27°C
November29°C25°C
December27°C23°C
Hottest Month
30°C
October
Coldest month
20°C
March
Sunny days
337
days per year

14 day forecast

Sunday
11 Oct
87%
28°C26°C
18 Oct
27°C27°C
Monday
12 Oct
77%
28°C27°C
19 Oct
27°C27°C
Tuesday
13 Oct
14%
28°C27°C
20 Oct
27°C27°C
Wednesday
14 Oct
17%
28°C27°C
21 Oct
27°C26°C
Thursday
15 Oct
16%
28°C27°C
22 Oct
57%
27°C26°C
Friday
16 Oct
28°C27°C
23 Oct
27°C26°C
Saturday
17 Oct
28°C27°C
24 Oct
12%
27°C27°C
The most popular airlines for this route are Royal Air Maroc, Vueling, Iberia Airlines, TAP Portugal, and Air France. Los Angeles and Dakar have 400 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Los Angeles?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Los Angeles and London, Mexico City, Guadalajara, Calgary, Vancouver, New York, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Toronto, Guatemala City, Edmonton, Cancún, San Jose, Honolulu, Barcelona, Tokyo, Dallas, Seattle, Oaxaca, Puerto Vallarta.

What are the most popular routes to and from Dakar?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Dakar and London, Manchester, Banjul, Praia, Conakry, Lisbon, Paris, Casablanca, Abidjan, Accra, Sal, New York, Nouakchott, Madrid, Barcelona, Brussels, Geneva, Marrakesh, Zürich, Amsterdam.

What airports are near Los Angeles?

The main airport in Los Angeles is Los Angeles International. It is also served by Tijuana International, San Diego International, Ontario International, John Wayne, Hollywood Burbank, Palm Springs International, Santa Barbara Municipal, Long Beach, McClellan–Palomar, Meadows Field.

Which airlines fly between Los Angeles and Dakar?

Currently, you can fly between Los Angeles and Dakar with Royal Air Maroc, Vueling, Iberia Airlines, TAP Portugal, Air France.

When’s the best time to travel between Los Angeles and Dakar?

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What flights operate between Los Angeles and Dakar?

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How many airports are there near Los Angeles?

There are a number of airports in and around Los Angeles. The main one is Los Angeles International and other nearby airports include Tijuana International, San Diego International, Ontario International, John Wayne, Hollywood Burbank, Palm Springs International, Santa Barbara Municipal, Long Beach, McClellan–Palomar, Meadows Field

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Los Angeles and Dakar depart?

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What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Los Angeles and Dakar arrive?

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What time do flights between Los Angeles and Dakar depart?

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