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Cheapest round-trip
$1,186
Typical prices: $1,239-$1,880
Ethiopian Air
Fri 11/23Tue 11/27
ORD - DSS • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$435
Typical prices: $712-$1,108
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/24
ORD - DSS • 3 stops
When to travel
October
Cheapest • 37% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Rome Fiumicino (FCO)
Cheapest • Avg $1,319 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 13h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Dakar (CHI-DSS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Dakar

Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
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9:45 am - 5:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
25h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
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8:00 am - 7:40 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 40m3 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,186Ethiopian Air
Tue, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 18
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3:45 pm - 6:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
20h 40m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Barcelona-El Prat
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7:25 pm - 4:15 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 50m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Zurich
$1,223Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Sun, Dec 6
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 am - 5:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
25h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
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8:00 am - 7:40 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 40m3 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,228Ethiopian Air
Wed, Feb 10 - Sat, Feb 13
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7:00 pm - 1:00 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
24h 00m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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2:00 am - 3:30 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 30m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$1,279TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri, Dec 11 - Thu, Dec 17
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8:10 pm - 1:00 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
22h 50m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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2:00 am - 3:30 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 30m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$1,382TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat, Feb 6 - Fri, Feb 19
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5:40 pm - 9:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
22h 10m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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3:05 am - 2:55 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
41h 50m2 stops Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Madrid Barajas
$1,412Iberia
Sat, Feb 6 - Fri, Feb 19
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12:06 pm - 9:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
27h 44m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Madrid Barajas
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3:05 am - 2:55 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
41h 50m2 stops Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Madrid Barajas
$1,424Iberia
Sat, Jan 16 - Thu, Feb 18
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2:26 pm - 1:00 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
28h 34m2 stops Newark Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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2:00 am - 3:30 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 30m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$1,473TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:00 am - 8:25 amMDW  Chicago Midway-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
20h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl
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10:20 am - 9:37 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-MDW Chicago Midway
29h 17m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,887Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 30
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6:00 am - 8:25 amMDW  Chicago Midway-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
20h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl
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11:45 pm - 6:01 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-MDW Chicago Midway
24h 16m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,927Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago to Dakar flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago to Dakar?

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Dakar typically range from $1,239 to $1,880. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,186, on Ethiopian Air.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Dakar flight route?

There's little price difference between Chicago to Dakar routes. They average around $1,627 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Dakar. It’s 31% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 39% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Dakar?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Dakar at $1,027 round-trip.
•July ($2,265) and November ($1,773) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 120% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Chicago to Dakar flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$435
Beat the crowds with an average 71% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 95% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dakar

When to book flights from Chicago to Dakar

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago 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 Chicago to Dakar flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago to Dakar?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Dakar:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long is a flight from Chicago to Dakar?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Chicago to Dakar. Flights with 1 layover take between 13h 44m and 28h 56m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago 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 Chicago to Dakar flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago to Dakar range from $1,239 to $1,880, with an average of $1,627 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,239 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago to Dakar looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago to Dakar are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $641, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Dakar Blaise Diagne Airport (DSS)?

    Dakar Blaise Diagne Airport (DSS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $77 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Avis
    • Sixt
    • Ok Mobility
    • OK Mobility
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago to Dakar?

    Flights from Chicago to Dakar may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Dakar Blaise Diagne (DSS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago to Dakar pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago to Dakar most commonly connect through:

    • Madrid Barajas (MAD) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Chicago to Dakar. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,134 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $2,265, a difference of $1,131.

    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 layover airport from Chicago to Dakar?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 44m, compared with 14h 51m via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and 18h 25m via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago and Dakar?

    Dakar is 6 hours ahead of Chicago (Greenwich Mean Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Chicago 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $1,134, about $1,131 less than Tuesday fares (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago to Dakar trip for October. Fares historically average $1,027 round-trip in that month - typically $1,238 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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