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Cheapest round-trip
$1,344
Typical prices: $1,496-$2,166
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Thu 1/25Sat 2/10
CMH - DSS • 2 stops
When to book
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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April
Cheapest • 28% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg $1,522 (round-trip)
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Shortest trip • 15h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Dakar (CMH-DSS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Dakar

Mon, Jan 25 - Wed, Feb 10
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11:15 am - 9:50 pmCMH  Columbus-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
29h 35m2 stops Philadelphia Madrid Barajas
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10:45 pm - 9:56 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CMH Columbus
28h 11m2 stops Madrid Barajas Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,344Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Nov 1
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6:02 am - 6:45 amCMH  Columbus-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
44h 43m4 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Lome Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
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6:50 pm - 2:17 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CMH Columbus
48h 27m4 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,382Ethiopian Air
Tue, Jan 19 - Fri, Jan 29
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11:15 am - 7:50 pmCMH  Columbus-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
27h 35m2 stops Philadelphia Madrid Barajas
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10:45 pm - 5:03 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CMH Columbus
23h 18m2 stops Madrid Barajas New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,405Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Nov 1
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6:02 am - 6:45 amCMH  Columbus-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
44h 43m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
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6:50 pm - 2:17 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CMH Columbus
48h 27m4 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,409Ethiopian Air
Mon, Jan 25 - Wed, Feb 10
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7:00 am - 8:25 amCMH  Columbus-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
20h 25m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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10:20 am - 10:30 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CMH Columbus
17h 10m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,520Delta
Mon, Jan 25 - Wed, Feb 10
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10:20 am - 8:25 amCMH  Columbus-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
17h 05m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County New York John F Kennedy Intl
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10:20 am - 10:30 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CMH Columbus
17h 10m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,525Delta
Wed, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 23
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10:20 am - 5:10 pmCMH  Columbus-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
25h 50m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National
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10:10 pm - 5:32 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CMH Columbus
23h 22m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,554United Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Fri, Jan 29
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7:00 am - 8:25 amCMH  Columbus-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
20h 25m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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10:20 am - 10:30 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CMH Columbus
17h 10m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,583Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 17
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1:15 pm - 5:55 pmCMH  Columbus-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
23h 40m2 stops Newark Brussels Bruxelles-National
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10:10 pm - 6:40 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CMH Columbus
24h 30m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,629United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Jan 6
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5:55 pm - 8:25 amCMH  Columbus-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
33h 30m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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10:20 am - 10:30 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CMH Columbus
17h 10m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,846Virgin Atlantic
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Dakar flights

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Dakar, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 16% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

When are prices from Columbus Airport to Dakar the cheapest?

Flights from Columbus Airport to Dakar are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Columbus Airport to Dakar flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$1,344
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Columbus to Dakar

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Columbus Airport to Dakar.

  • How long is a flight from Columbus Airport to Dakar?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Columbus Airport to Dakar. Flights with 1 layover take between 12h 54m and 15h 44m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Dakar range from $1,496 to $2,166, with an average of $1,812 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,496 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Columbus Airport to Dakar flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 7% above the route average of $1,812. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Columbus Airport to Dakar 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 $1,344 to $7,619. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Avis
    • Sixt
    • Ok Mobility
    • Europcar
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Columbus Airport to Dakar usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Dakar Blaise Diagne (DSS).

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

    Connecting flights from Columbus Airport to Dakar most commonly pass through:

    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 84% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 16% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Columbus Airport to Dakar route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,599 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $2,108, a difference of $509. 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 Columbus Airport to Dakar?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 54m, compared with 15h 44m via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

  • What is the time difference between Columbus Airport and Dakar?

    Dakar is 4 hours ahead of Columbus Airport (Greenwich Mean Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Columbus Airport to Dakar flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,599 - about $509 less than Saturday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 23% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Dakar trip for April. Fares historically average $1,303 round-trip in that month - typically $867 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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