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Cheapest round-trip
$950
Typical prices: $1,077-$1,637
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/2Sat 11/17
IAD - DSS • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$487
Typical prices: $673-$959
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/7
IAD - DSS • 3 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 $966 (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, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 17
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9:45 pm - 9:50 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
19h 05m2 stops London Heathrow Madrid Barajas
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8:45 pm - 4:20 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 35m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$950Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Dec 5
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9:45 pm - 9:50 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
19h 05m2 stops London Heathrow Madrid Barajas
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10:45 pm - 3:40 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 55m2 stops Madrid Barajas London Heathrow
$1,004Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Wed, Nov 4
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9:20 pm - 6:45 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
29h 25m3 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
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8:25 am - 8:00 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
28h 35m3 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,006Ethiopian Air
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
$1,014Turkish Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
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1:15 pm - 5:30 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
36h 15m1 stop Istanbul
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7:35 pm - 11:30 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
19h 55m1 stop Istanbul
$1,014Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Sat, Jan 30
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9:05 pm - 1:05 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
23h 00m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
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2:35 am - 7:05 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 30m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$1,015Royal Air Maroc
Mon, Sep 28 - Sat, Oct 17
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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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7:50 pm - 7:00 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 10m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$1,017Royal Air Maroc
Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 22
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8:50 pm - 6:45 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
28h 55m3 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
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8:25 am - 8:00 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
28h 35m3 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,040Ethiopian Air
Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 21
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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 - 2:45 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
17h 45m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$1,088TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat, Nov 14 - Sun, Dec 13
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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
$1,097TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to Dakar flights

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

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

$487
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?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar.

  • 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 $966 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) - 50% 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) - 9% 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 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 03m in total, depending on the connection.

  • 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.

  • 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 $665, 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 13m via Lome (LFW) and 19h 07m 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 $966 round-trip on this route - about $438 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Dakar

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Dakar (DSS)