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Cheapest round-trip
$788
Ethiopian Air
Thu 8/20Thu 9/3
EWR - DSS • 3 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$1,168
Typical prices: $1,100-$1,400
Delta
Mon 11/23Sun 1/31
JFK - DSS • Non-stop
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Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 8h 25m
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Cheapest • Avg $1,090 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 12h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New York to Dakar (NYC-DSS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York to Dakar that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Dakar

Thu, Aug 20 - Thu, Sep 3
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 pm - 6:55 am
EWR
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DSS
29h 10m
3 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
6:50 pm - 7:45 pm
DSS
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EWR
28h 55m
3 stops
$788Ethiopian Air
Tue, Dec 1 - Sun, Dec 20
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:15 pm - 4:25 pm
EWR
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DSS
14h 10m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 am - 7:15 pm
DSS
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EWR
15h 55m
1 stop
$833Ethiopian Air
Thu, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 2
Royal Air Maroc Logo
8:45 pm - 12:55 am
JFK
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DSS
24h 10m
1 stop
Royal Air Maroc Logo
7:50 pm - 6:45 pm
DSS
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JFK
26h 55m
1 stop
$1,091Royal Air Maroc
Fri, Jan 22 - Sat, Feb 6
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
12:10 am - 1:00 am
EWR
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DSS
19h 50m
1 stop
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
2:00 am - 10:10 pm
DSS
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EWR
25h 10m
1 stop
$1,110TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri, Jan 22 - Sat, Feb 6
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
12:10 am - 1:00 am
EWR
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DSS
19h 50m
1 stop
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
2:00 am - 10:10 pm
DSS
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EWR
25h 10m
1 stop
$1,111TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 15
Royal Air Maroc Logo
10:50 am - 12:55 am
JFK
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DSS
34h 05m
1 stop
Royal Air Maroc Logo
7:50 pm - 6:45 pm
DSS
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JFK
26h 55m
1 stop
$1,139Royal Air Maroc
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Nov 10
Delta Logo
7:00 pm - 7:00 am
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DSS
8h 00mnonstop
Delta Logo
10:20 am - 2:09 pm
DSS
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JFK
8h 49mnonstop
$1,168Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 29
Delta Logo
7:35 pm - 8:25 am
JFK
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DSS
7h 50mnonstop
Delta Logo
10:20 am - 2:09 pm
DSS
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JFK
8h 49mnonstop
$1,168Delta
Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 16
Virgin Atlantic Logo
6:55 pm - 7:00 am
JFK
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DSS
8h 05mnonstop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:00 am - 1:30 pm
DSS
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JFK
8h 30mnonstop
$1,193Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Oct 4
Virgin Atlantic Logo
6:55 pm - 7:00 am
JFK
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DSS
8h 05mnonstop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:00 am - 1:35 pm
DSS
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JFK
8h 35mnonstop
$1,193Virgin Atlantic
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Dakar flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Dakar to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York to Dakar departing in August.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Dakar from New York usually cost between $1,306 and $1,949 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $788 on Ethiopian Air (Aug 20-Sep 3).

What is the cheapest New York to Dakar flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from New York to Dakar costs $874 on the route between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Dakar (DSS). It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Dakar?

The average price of all round-trip flights from New York to Dakar clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Dakar on a Sunday and more expensive on a Thursday. On your return trip to New York, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Mondays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Dakar?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Dakar, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Dakar is October, where tickets cost $884 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,589 and $1,500 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to Dakar?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $1,370, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Dakar?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Dakar, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Dakar, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 13% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from New York to Dakar

 
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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Laura Ratliff

Expert on Virgin Atlantic

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Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$417
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 20% increase in price.
Flight from Newark Liberty Airport to Dakar

When to book flights from New York to Dakar

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Dakar based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from New York to Dakar

  • Which airlines offer eco-friendly flights from New York to Dakar?

    Every passenger on New York to Dakar flights emits approximately 4694 kg of CO2. Delta Air Lines operates some of the most sustainable flights from New York to Dakar. This airline offers nonstop and one-stop flights to DSS from JFK and emits about 44% to 42% less CO2 than most of its counterparts offering flights on the same route.

  • What are the stopover options for flights to Dakar from New York?

    The stopover options vary depending on your airline and departure airport. If you’re flying with Delta, expect a single layover in Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG). Turkish Airlines offer one-stop flights from JFK to DSS with a common layover in Istanbul (IST). Passengers flying with ASKY or Ethiopian Air should expect a single layover in Lome (LFW).

  • How can I get to the city center from Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)?

    The Dakar Dem Dikk Line 8 buses take travelers to Dakar city center from the airport with stops in Yoff, Cheikh Anta Diop University, Grand Yoff, and Patte d'Oie. The buses depart the airport every 10 minutes and operate from 6 am to 8:30 pm. Taxis are available 24/7 at Dakar Airport and offer transit at fixed rates for trips to downtown Dakar and the suburbs like Yoff, Mermoz, and Ngor. For rides outside Dakar, you'll have to negotiate.

  • Does Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport have any lounges?

    Yes, Dakar Airport has several lounges where travelers can relax before or after flights. Infinite Lounge is near Gate 1 on the Departure Level Airside of the Terminal Building. The lounge operates 24 hours and allows travelers to pay at the door whenever space is available. Top Kapi Lounge is by Gate 6 on the Departures Level. The lounge remains open 24 hours a day. You can access it through lounge membership programs or by paying at the door. Odyssee Lounge is near Gate 1 on Departures Level. The lounge only accepts travelers on international flights.

  • How many flights are there between New York and Dakar per day?

    There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from New York and lands in Dakar, with an average flight time of 8h 25m. The most common departure time is 6:00 pm and most flights take off in the evening. Each week, there are 3 flights.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to Dakar?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Dakar was $417 for a one-way ticket and $788 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New York and Dakar?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Dakar?

    When flying out of New York you will be using one of these airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, or New York LaGuardia. You will be landing at Dakar Blaise Diagne.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to Dakar?

    Only JetBlue offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Dakar flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Dakar?

    The Boeing 767-300 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Dakar flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Dakar?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and Dakar, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York to Dakar?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from New York to Dakar on on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Dakar, Delta or Virgin Atlantic?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to Dakar are Delta and Virgin Atlantic. With an average price for the route of $1,405 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. Virgin Atlantic is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,468 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Dakar?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Dakar.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Dakar?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Dakar from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Dakar?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Dakar with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Dakar?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Dakar from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Dakar

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $616 or less one-way and $1,217 or less round-trip.
  • New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has six terminals. The terminals are big, so getting around on foot would require a lot of walking. However, the airport has a free AirTrain that offers transportation from one terminal to another.
  • Flights to Dakar from New York depart from JFK, New York Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), or La Guardia Airport (LGA). Of the three New York airports, JFK stands out as the only airport that offers nonstop flights to Dakar. Additionally, it serves more flights from New York to Dakar.
  • Travelex offers currency exchange services at EWR. You can find exchange counters at the AirTrain station in Terminal B, in the Customs Area in Terminal B3, and near Gates A20-28 in Terminal A.
  • If you need a place for a day's slumber while you wait for your flight to Dakar, then consider JFK's GoSleep Pods. You can find some pods Airside of Terminal 5.
  • JFK Airport offers nursing stations throughout the terminals. The stations are by Gate 1 in Terminal 1, Gate C70 in Terminal 2, in the West Retail Hall in Terminal 4, and next to Gate 10 in Terminal 7.

Prefer to fly direct from New York to Dakar?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from New York to Dakar Blaise Diagne.
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Direct departures

New York to Dakar Blaise Diagne

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Dakar Blaise Diagne to New York

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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