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Cheapest round-trip
$947
Typical prices: $1,077-$1,637
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/12Fri 10/19
BWI - DSS • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$466
Typical prices: $673-$959
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/29
IAD - DSS • 2 stops
Top routes
IAD - DSS
Cheapest • 9% average savings
DCA - DSS
Most popular
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 29% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $961 (round-trip)
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Shortest trip • 13h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar (WAS-DSS)

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

Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
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9:30 pm - 8:40 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
43h 10m2 stops London Heathrow Madrid Barajas
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7:45 pm - 7:40 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-BWI Baltimore/Washington
27h 55m2 stops Madrid Barajas London Heathrow
$947Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Wed, Nov 4
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9:30 pm - 8:40 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
43h 10m2 stops London Heathrow Madrid Barajas
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10:45 pm - 5:05 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-BWI Baltimore/Washington
23h 20m2 stops Madrid Barajas London Heathrow
$981Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 26
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9:20 pm - 7:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
41h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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8:35 pm - 11:45 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 10m1 stop Istanbul
$1,014Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 18
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9:00 pm - 12:55 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
23h 55m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
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2:25 am - 7:00 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 35m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$1,015Royal Air Maroc
Sun, Oct 11 - Thu, Oct 15
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9:00 pm - 6:50 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
17h 50m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
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2:25 am - 7:00 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 35m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$1,015Royal Air Maroc
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 17
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2:30 pm - 7:35 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
24h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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8:35 pm - 11:45 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 10m1 stop Istanbul
$1,015Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 17
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8:50 pm - 6:50 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
29h 00m3 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
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6:50 pm - 7:05 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
29h 15m3 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole Lome
$1,051Ethiopian Air
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 17
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10:00 am - 5:05 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
26h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
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6:50 pm - 7:05 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
29h 15m3 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole Lome
$1,051Ethiopian Air
Wed, Dec 30 - Thu, Jan 14
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10:30 pm - 1:00 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
21h 30m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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2:00 am - 3:15 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
42h 15m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$1,064TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Jan 17
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5:25 pm - 1:00 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
26h 35m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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2:00 am - 3:15 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
18h 15m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$1,071TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to Dakar flights

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

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) to Dakar (DSS) is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Dakar route, averaging $1,293 round-trip. Other Washington, D.C. to Dakar routes average $1,538, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Dakar, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Dakar at $930 round-trip.
•December ($1,608) and July ($1,570) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 72% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Washington, D.C. to Dakar the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$466
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 17% increase in price.
Flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Dakar

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

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Dakar flight questions, answered

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

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

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar?

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $961 round-trip via Istanbul (IST), compared to $1,404 for nonstop.

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

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

    • Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) - 49% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Washington, D.C. to Dakar route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 22%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $1,196 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,521: a $325 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. to Dakar flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 8% above the route average of $1,312. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Washington, D.C. to Dakar. Flights with 1 layover take between 13h 22m and 25h 18m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 are flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Dakar looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Dakar are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $660, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 22m, compared with 15h 14m via Lome (LFW) and 19h 08m via Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN).

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

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

  • 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

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Washington, D.C. to Dakar flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar range from $1,077 to $1,637, with an average of $1,312 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,077 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. 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 Sunday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,196 - about $325 less than Tuesday (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to Dakar trip for October. Fares historically average $930 round-trip in that month - typically $678 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Istanbul Airport (IST) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $961 round-trip on this route - about $442 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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