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Cheapest round-trip
$488
Typical prices: $414-$517
Air Senegal
Mon 2/12Wed 2/14
RAI - DSS • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$557
Typical prices: $418-$521
Air Senegal
Thu 12/13Wed 12/19
RAI - DSS • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with ASKY and Air Senegal. Average duration is 1h 38m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 96% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Praia to Dakar (RAI-DSS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Praia to Dakar

Fri, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 14
Air Senegal Logo
11:00 am - 2:00 pmRAI  Praia Nelson Mandela-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
2h 00mnonstop
Air Senegal Logo
7:10 pm - 9:35 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-RAI Praia Nelson Mandela
3h 25m1 stop Espargos Amilcar Cabral Intl
$488Air Senegal
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Dec 27
Air Senegal Logo
10:25 pm - 1:25 amRAI  Praia Nelson Mandela-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
2h 00mnonstop
Air Senegal Logo
7:10 pm - 9:35 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-RAI Praia Nelson Mandela
3h 25m1 stop Espargos Amilcar Cabral Intl
$531Air Senegal
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
Air Senegal Logo
11:00 am - 2:00 pmRAI  Praia Nelson Mandela-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
2h 00mnonstop
Air Senegal Logo
7:10 pm - 9:35 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-RAI Praia Nelson Mandela
3h 25m1 stop Espargos Amilcar Cabral Intl
$533Air Senegal
Wed, Feb 10 - Sun, Feb 14
Air Senegal Logo
10:00 pm - 1:00 amRAI  Praia Nelson Mandela-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
2h 00mnonstop
Air Senegal Logo
7:10 pm - 9:35 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-RAI Praia Nelson Mandela
3h 25m1 stop Espargos Amilcar Cabral Intl
$534Air Senegal
Fri, Nov 20 - Thu, Nov 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 7:30 amRAI  Praia Nelson Mandela-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
1h 20mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 5:35 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-RAI Praia Nelson Mandela
1h 20mnonstop
$613Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
ASKY Logo
5:10 am - 7:30 amRAI  Praia Nelson Mandela-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
1h 20mnonstop
ASKY Logo
5:15 pm - 5:35 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-RAI Praia Nelson Mandela
1h 20mnonstop
$634ASKY
Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Nov 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:45 pmRAI  Praia Nelson Mandela-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
28h 45m2 stops San Pedro Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 5:35 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-RAI Praia Nelson Mandela
1h 20mnonstop
$639Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 8
ASKY Logo
5:10 am - 7:30 amRAI  Praia Nelson Mandela-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
1h 20mnonstop
ASKY Logo
5:15 pm - 5:35 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-RAI Praia Nelson Mandela
1h 20mnonstop
$642ASKY
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Dec 10
ASKY Logo
5:10 am - 7:30 amRAI  Praia Nelson Mandela-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
1h 20mnonstop
ASKY Logo
5:15 pm - 5:35 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-RAI Praia Nelson Mandela
1h 20mnonstop
$642ASKY
Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Nov 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:45 pmRAI  Praia Nelson Mandela-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
28h 45m2 stops San Pedro Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 5:35 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-RAI Praia Nelson Mandela
1h 20mnonstop
$657Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Praia to Dakar 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 Praia to Dakar?

Round-trip flights from Praia to Dakar typically range from $414 to $517. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $488, on Air Senegal.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Praia to Dakar. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 230% higher.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Praia to Dakar at $414 round-trip.
•September ($617) and October ($603) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 49% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Praia to Dakar the cheapest?

Flights from Praia to Dakar are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Praia to Dakar flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$258
Beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Praia to Dakar

When to book flights from Praia to Dakar

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

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Praia to Dakar?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Praia to Dakar:

    • Earliest: departs at 2:10 am and lands at 3:48 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:25 pm and lands at 12:03 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 38m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Praia to Dakar?

    A nonstop flight from Praia to Dakar takes 1h 38m, covering 428 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Praia to Dakar range from $414 to $517, with an average of $461 over the past 12 months. Anything below $414 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Praia to Dakar flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the $461 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Praia to Dakar?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Ethiopian Air and ASKY. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Praia to Dakar spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Praia to Dakar flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Praia 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 $488 to $1,972. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Praia to Dakar are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $280, which is 37% above 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 Praia to Dakar?

    Flights from Praia to Dakar usually depart from Praia Nelson Mandela (RAI) and arrive at Dakar Blaise Diagne (DSS).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Praia to Dakar?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Praia to Dakar?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Praia to Dakar route, 5% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 28m.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 71% on flights from Praia to Dakar. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $446 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,525, a difference of $1,079.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Praia to Dakar?

    2 airlines operate flights between Praia and Dakar. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • ASKY
    • Air Senegal

  • What is the time difference between Praia and Dakar?

    Dakar is 1 hour ahead of Praia (Greenwich Mean Time vs Cape Verde Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Praia to Dakar flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air Senegal: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • ASKY: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Ethiopian Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Praia 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $446, about $1,079 less than Tuesday fares (71% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Praia to Dakar trip for March. Fares historically average $414 round-trip in that month - typically $203 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with ASKY. Over the past three months, 96% of ASKY flights from Praia to Dakar arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 95%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 28m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.

Prefer to fly direct from Praia to Dakar?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Praia Nelson Mandela Airport to Dakar Blaise Diagne Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Praia Nelson Mandela to Dakar Blaise Diagne

Monday

ASKY

ASKY

Wednesday

ASKY,Air Senegal

ASKY,Air Senegal

Friday

ASKY,Air Senegal

ASKY,Air Senegal

Sunday

ASKY,Air Senegal

ASKY,Air Senegal

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Direct returns

Dakar Blaise Diagne to Praia Nelson Mandela

Tuesday

ASKY

ASKY

Wednesday

Air Senegal

Air Senegal

Thursday

ASKY

ASKY

Friday

Air Senegal

Air Senegal

Saturday

ASKY

ASKY

Sunday

ASKY

ASKY

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