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Cheapest round-trip
$702
Typical prices: $768-$974
Royal Air Maroc
Wed 12/19Tue 1/23
DSS - CAI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$455
Typical prices: $457-$580
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/11
DSS - CAI • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Dakar and Cairo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 13% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG)
Cheapest • Avg $764 (round-trip)
Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN)
Shortest trip • 13h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dakar to Cairo (DSS-CAI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dakar to Cairo

Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Jan 23
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8:00 pm - 6:20 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CAI Cairo
20h 20m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
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7:30 pm - 1:05 amCAI  Cairo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
31h 35m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$702Royal Air Maroc
Sat, Dec 19 - Fri, Jan 22
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8:00 pm - 7:30 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CAI Cairo
9h 30m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
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8:40 am - 7:00 pmCAI  Cairo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
12h 20m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$737Royal Air Maroc
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Jan 23
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2:35 am - 7:30 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CAI Cairo
26h 55m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
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7:30 pm - 7:00 pmCAI  Cairo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
25h 30m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$747Royal Air Maroc
Mon, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 6
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8:00 pm - 7:30 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CAI Cairo
9h 30m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
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7:30 pm - 7:00 pmCAI  Cairo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
25h 30m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$751Royal Air Maroc
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:25 pm - 3:40 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CAI Cairo
30h 15m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Milan Malpensa
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4:35 am - 8:10 pmCAI  Cairo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
17h 35m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
$773Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
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9:05 pm - 9:20 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CAI Cairo
10h 15m1 stop Istanbul
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8:45 pm - 7:20 pmCAI  Cairo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
24h 35m1 stop Istanbul
$779Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
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9:05 pm - 11:55 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CAI Cairo
24h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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3:30 pm - 7:20 pmCAI  Cairo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
29h 50m1 stop Istanbul
$780Turkish Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Fri, Jan 22
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10:45 pm - 2:50 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CAI Cairo
26h 05m2 stops Madrid Barajas Milan Malpensa
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5:55 pm - 8:10 pmCAI  Cairo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
28h 15m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
$823Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sat, Jan 23
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10:45 pm - 5:50 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CAI Cairo
29h 05m2 stops Madrid Barajas Athens Eleftherios V.
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11:15 pm - 9:50 pmCAI  Cairo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
24h 35m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$834Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Jan 23
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7:25 pm - 2:55 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CAI Cairo
29h 30m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Athens Eleftherios V.
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11:15 pm - 9:50 pmCAI  Cairo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
24h 35m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$837Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dakar to Cairo flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Dakar to Cairo typically range from $768 to $974. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $702, on Royal Air Maroc.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dakar to Cairo. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 25% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Dakar to Cairo at $752 round-trip.
•May ($1,001) and July ($963) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% 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 Cairo flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$455
Beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 49% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Dakar to Cairo

When to book flights from Dakar to Cairo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dakar to Cairo 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 Cairo 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 Cairo?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Dakar to Cairo.

  • How long is a flight from Dakar to Cairo?

    A nonstop flight from Dakar to Cairo takes 00m, covering 3,246 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dakar to Cairo?

    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 Cairo flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dakar to Cairo range from $768 to $974, with an average of $868 over the past 12 months. Anything below $768 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Dakar to Cairo 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 $702 to $5,083. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Dakar to Cairo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $606, which is 14% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cairo Airport (CAI)?

    Cairo Airport (CAI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $11 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental
    • Avis
    • Hertz
    • Sixt

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

    Flights from Dakar to Cairo usually depart from Dakar Blaise Diagne (DSS) and arrive at Cairo (CAI).

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

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

    • Istanbul (IST) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG) - 19% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Dakar to Cairo. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $778 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,089, a difference of $311.

    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 Dakar to Cairo?

    Flying via Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 38m, compared with 13h 08m via Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) and 15h 22m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between Dakar and Cairo?

    Cairo is 3 hours ahead of Dakar (Eastern European Time vs Greenwich Mean Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cairo?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cairo are Tahrir Square, Egyptian Museum and Cairo International Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Cairo on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Dakar to Cairo 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $778, about $311 less than Saturday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dakar to Cairo trip for November. Fares historically average $752 round-trip in that month - typically $249 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cairo Airport.

    • Le Méridien Cairo Airport
    • Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino
    • Novotel Cairo Airport

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