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$471+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Dakar (DSS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — DSS
Aug 7 — Aug 141
Fri 8/7
Fri 8/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Dakar Blaise Diagne are usually found in September or March, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Dakar

Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Dakar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 8, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/129:20 pm
IAD
-
DSS
3 stops29h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 9/116:50 pm
DSS
-
IAD
3 stops42h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/7$1,213
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/145:25 pm
IAD
-
DSS
1 stop26h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 1/222:00 am
DSS
-
IAD
1 stop18h 15m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/8$1,216
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/146:30 am
DCA
-
DSS
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/307:50 pm
DSS
-
DCA
2 stops31h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$1,220
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/1210:55 am
IAD
-
DSS
2 stops26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 7/146:50 pm
DSS
-
IAD
3 stops28h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/8$1,226
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1110:30 pm
IAD
-
DSS
1 stop21h 30m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 1/162:00 am
DSS
-
IAD
1 stop23h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/8$1,236
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1410:55 am
IAD
-
DSS
2 stops40h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 9/308:25 am
DSS
-
IAD
3 stops28h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/7$1,239
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/116:20 pm
IAD
-
DSS
2 stops22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/2010:45 pm
DSS
-
IAD
1 stop22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/8$1,250
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/105:25 pm
IAD
-
DSS
1 stop26h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 1/142:00 am
DSS
-
IAD
1 stop23h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/8$1,251
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/129:05 pm
IAD
-
DSS
1 stop23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 1/1612:05 am
DSS
-
IAD
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/8$1,253
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/299:20 pm
IAD
-
DSS
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/138:25 am
DSS
-
IAD
3 stops28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$1,258
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/109:45 pm
IAD
-
DSS
2 stops19h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 1/1910:45 pm
DSS
-
IAD
1 stop22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/8$1,260
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/259:40 pm
IAD
-
DSS
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 10/88:25 am
DSS
-
IAD
3 stops28h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/6$1,268

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Dakar

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Dakar (DSS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,220
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$471
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,455
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Dakar

IAD - DSS

IADDSS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/6

10:30 am-1:05 am

2 stops33h 35m

Dakar Blaise Diagne

Sat 11/14

2:35 am-3:55 pm

2 stops42h 20m

$1,344

BaltimoreDakar

BWI - DSS

BWIDSS

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/2

6:10 am-8:20 am

2 stops21h 10m

Dakar Blaise Diagne

Tue 11/17

10:30 am-10:00 am

2 stops28h 30m

$1,381

Washington, D.C.Dakar

IAD - DSS

IADDSS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/16

9:00 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops41h 50m

Dakar Blaise Diagne

Tue 8/25

2:25 am-3:40 pm

2 stops41h 15m

$1,390

BaltimoreDakar

BWI - DSS

BWIDSS

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 11/6

6:10 pm-8:20 am

2 stops33h 10m

Dakar Blaise Diagne

Sun 11/15

10:30 am-11:08 am

2 stops29h 38m

$1,398

BaltimoreDakar

BWI - DSS

BWIDSS

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 11/6

5:21 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops43h 34m

Dakar Blaise Diagne

Sun 11/15

11:30 pm-6:49 pm

2 stops24h 19m

$1,402

Washington, D.C.Dakar

IAD - DSS

IADDSS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/10

5:25 pm-1:00 am

1 stop26h 35m

Dakar Blaise Diagne

Thu 1/14

2:00 am-7:19 am

2 stops34h 19m

$1,405

Washington, D.C.Dakar

DCA - DSS

DCADSS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/14

7:35 pm-7:00 am

2 stops31h 25m

Dakar Blaise Diagne

Wed 9/30

9:00 am-10:59 pm

1 stop17h 59m

$1,429

Washington, D.C.Dakar

IAD - DSS

IADDSS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/19

10:55 am-5:20 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Dakar Blaise Diagne

Sat 7/25

8:20 am-8:55 am

3 stops28h 35m

$1,451

Washington, D.C.Dakar

IAD - DSS

IADDSS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/14

5:25 pm-1:00 am

1 stop26h 35m

Dakar Blaise Diagne

Wed 1/13

2:00 am-11:00 pm

2 stops26h 00m

$1,459

Washington, D.C.Dakar

IAD - DSS

IADDSS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/21

6:33 am-4:35 pm

2 stops30h 02m

Dakar Blaise Diagne

Thu 10/1

9:15 pm-4:23 pm

2 stops23h 08m

$1,483

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Dakar in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BusinessClassPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Dakar flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Dakar flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Dakar flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Dakar flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-Dakar flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Dakar

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dakar from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Dakar

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Dakar?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Dakar (average of $111). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Dakar in June is currently the most expensive (average of $999). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Dakar?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Casablanca (CMN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 55% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to Dakar on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Istanbul (IST) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $944.

What’s the fastest layover option from Washington, D.C. to Dakar?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Casablanca (CMN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 11h 35m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 35m.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Dakar?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Dakar, you should look to book at least 16 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dakar

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dakar. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Dakar. Reviews last updated July 8, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Dakar by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,451 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.8
Good
8,451 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,451 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,440 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,451 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,948 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,451 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
7.2
Good
2,324 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,451 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Royal Air Maroc
6.2
Okay
622 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,451 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Dakar. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Dakar from Washington, D.C.?

    For a flight from Washington, D.C. to Dakar, you will be flying into Blaise Diagne. Dakar Blaise Diagne (DSS) is just 24.9 mi from the center of the city. Blaise Diagne is the only Dakar airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. 6 airlines have flights to Dakar Blaise Diagne from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Dakar in 21h 10m. Fly via Qatar Airways, TAP AIR PORTUGAL, or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 3960 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Dakar round-trip?

    Ethiopian Air, at $111, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. to Dakar.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include TAP AIR PORTUGAL and Turkish Airlines. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 90% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Dakar one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is TAP AIR PORTUGAL, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $373. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air France and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Dakar for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Dakar?

    The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Dakar is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Dakar Blaise Diagne. You may also consider Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Dakar Blaise Diagne or Baltimore/Washington - Dakar Blaise Diagne.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Dakar flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Dakar by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Dakar?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Dakar (average of $111). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Dakar in June is currently the most expensive (average of $999). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Dakar

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Dakar. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$111Average$1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$430Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$833Average$913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Royal Air MarocCheapest$894Average$1,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$980Average$1,430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,115Average$1,486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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