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Cheapest round-trip
$677
Typical prices: $773-$974
Transavia France
Fri 1/19Sat 3/24
DSS - CAI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$277
Typical prices: $455-$575
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/2
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 $755 (round-trip)
Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN)
Shortest trip • 13h 23m (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

Tue, Jan 19 - Wed, Mar 24
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5:00 pm - 12:05 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CAI Cairo
17h 05m1 stop Marseille
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11:15 pm - 9:50 pmCAI  Cairo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
24h 35m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$677Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - 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
$680Royal Air Maroc
Tue, Jan 19 - Fri, Mar 26
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5:00 pm - 3:10 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CAI Cairo
20h 10m2 stops Marseille Nantes Atlantique
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2:15 pm - 12:05 amCAI  Cairo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
11h 50m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
$701Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Thu, Mar 25
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5:00 pm - 3:10 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CAI Cairo
20h 10m2 stops Marseille Nantes Atlantique
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2:15 pm - 12:05 amCAI  Cairo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
11h 50m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
$701Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Sun, Mar 28
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5:00 pm - 12:05 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CAI Cairo
17h 05m1 stop Marseille
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4:45 pm - 8:40 pmCAI  Cairo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
29h 55m2 stops Paris Orly Madrid Barajas
$712Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Fri, Jan 22
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2:35 am - 6:20 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CAI Cairo
13h 45m1 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
$719Royal Air Maroc
Thu, Mar 11 - Sat, Mar 20
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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
$769Royal Air Maroc
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15
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8:35 pm - 3:40 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CAI Cairo
29h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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5:25 am - 6:20 amCAI  Cairo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
26h 55m1 stop Istanbul
$862Turkish Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15
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8:35 pm - 3:40 amDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CAI Cairo
29h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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5:25 am - 6:20 amCAI  Cairo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
26h 55m1 stop Istanbul
$872Turkish Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Nov 10
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7:15 am - 8:50 pmDSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-CAI Cairo
10h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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8:45 pm - 6:20 amCAI  Cairo-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
11h 35m1 stop Istanbul
$893Turkish 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.

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, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dakar to Cairo. It’s 10% 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 $755 round-trip.
•May ($1,001) and December ($969) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 32% 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

$277
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop 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 $773 to $974, with an average of $866 over the past 12 months. Anything below $773 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 $677 to $4,341. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $367, which is 29% below 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
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Avis

  • 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) - 51% of one-stop connections
    • Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Rome Fiumicino (FCO) - 2% 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 28% on flights from Dakar to Cairo. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $785 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,089, a difference of $304.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 13h 13m, compared with 13h 23m via Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) and 15h 33m 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $785, about $304 less than Saturday fares (28% 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 $755 round-trip in that month - typically $246 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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