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Cheapest round-trip
$986
Typical prices: $1,069-$1,322
Ethiopian Air
Wed 4/18Tue 5/1
DSS - IAD • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way
$544
Typical prices: $736-$1,046
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/9
DSS - IAD • 2 stops
Top routes
DSS - IAD
Cheapest • 2% average savings
DSS - DCA
Most popular
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When to travel
December
Cheapest • 18% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Rome Fiumicino (FCO)
Cheapest • Avg $1,061 (round-trip)
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Shortest trip • 13h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dakar to Washington, D.C. (DSS-WAS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dakar to Washington, D.C.

Sun, Apr 18 - Sat, May 1
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:00 am - 8:55 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
28h 55m3 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:55 am - 5:05 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
26h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
$986Ethiopian Air
Sun, Apr 18 - Sat, May 1
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:00 am - 8:55 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
28h 55m3 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:20 pm - 6:50 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
29h 30m3 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
$986Ethiopian Air
Tue, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 24
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
2:00 am - 3:15 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
42h 15m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
10:30 pm - 1:00 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
21h 30m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$1,040TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:00 am - 8:10 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 10m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Toronto Pearson Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 1:00 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
21h 30m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$1,064Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Jan 29
Brussels Airlines Logo
10:20 pm - 2:30 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 10m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
Brussels Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 5:55 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
19h 10m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
$1,143Brussels Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Jan 28
Brussels Airlines Logo
10:20 pm - 2:30 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 10m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
Brussels Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 5:55 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
19h 10m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
$1,143Brussels Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sat, Jan 30
Delta Logo
10:20 am - 5:28 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
12h 08m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta Logo
12:53 pm - 8:25 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
14h 32m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,222Delta
Sun, Nov 22 - Mon, Feb 1
Delta Logo
10:20 am - 5:28 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
12h 08m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta Logo
12:53 pm - 8:25 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
14h 32m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,222Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Jan 29
United Airlines Logo
11:30 pm - 2:30 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 00m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
United Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 5:55 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
23h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National
$1,243United Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Sun, Jan 31
United Airlines Logo
10:20 pm - 2:30 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 10m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
United Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 5:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
23h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National
$1,243United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dakar to Washington, D.C. flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Dakar to Washington, D.C.?

Round-trip flights from Dakar to Washington, D.C. typically range from $1,069 to $1,322. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $986, on Ethiopian Air.

What is the cheapest Dakar to Washington, D.C. flight route?

There's little price difference between Dakar to Washington, D.C. routes. They average around $1,217 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dakar to Washington, D.C.?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dakar to Washington, D.C.. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Dakar to Washington, D.C.?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Dakar to Washington, D.C. at $984 round-trip.
•April ($1,673) and August ($1,477) 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.

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Key details for Dakar to Washington, D.C. flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$544
Beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 27% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Dakar to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

When to book flights from Dakar to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dakar to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Dakar to Washington, D.C. 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 Dakar to Washington, D.C.?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Dakar to Washington, D.C.:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Dakar to Washington, D.C.?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Dakar to Washington, D.C.. Flights with 1 layover take between 13h 24m and 23h 27m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dakar to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Dakar to Washington, D.C. flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dakar to Washington, D.C. range from $1,069 to $1,322, with an average of $1,200 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,069 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Dakar to Washington, D.C.?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $980 round-trip, compared to $1,061 via a layover through Rome Fiumicino (FCO).

  • Have flight prices from Dakar to Washington, D.C. changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $986 to $3,697. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Dakar to Washington, D.C. looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dakar to Washington, D.C. are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,066, which is 33% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Washington, D.C.?

    Since Washington, D.C. is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) — daily rates averaging $71:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) — daily rates averaging $70:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dakar to Washington, D.C.?

    Flights from Dakar to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Dakar Blaise Diagne (DSS) and may arrive at several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dakar to Washington, D.C. pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dakar to Washington, D.C. most commonly connect through:

    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dakar to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Dakar to Washington, D.C.. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,060 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,276, a difference of $216.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Dakar to Washington, D.C.?

    Flying via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 24m, compared with 15h 08m via Lome (LFW) and 18h 57m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Dakar and Washington, D.C.?

    Washington, D.C. is 5 hours behind Dakar (Eastern Time vs Greenwich Mean Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C.?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Dakar to Washington, D.C. 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,060, about $216 less than Wednesday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dakar to Washington, D.C. trip for December. Fares historically average $984 round-trip in that month - typically $689 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

    • Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    • Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    • Cambria Hotel Washington D.C. Navy Yard Riverfront

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