# Flights to Dakar

> Flights to Dakar (DKR): prices from all airlines, airports, a monthly calendar and the best offers.

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Section: Home / Cities / Dakar

## How to find flights without the UI

- To find flights, open https://aviaseek.com/en/search?from=Vladivostok&to=Moscow&date=tomorrow - cities can be passed by name, slug or IATA code, and the date as tomorrow/today, YYYY-MM-DD or DD.MM.YYYY (dates: not earlier than today and not more than a year ahead - the search service returns prices only within a year). The response is HTML with a list of options and booking links.
- If the date is unknown, leave it empty: https://aviaseek.com/en/search?from=Moscow&to=Vladivostok - a route page with a price calendar opens.
- A single JSON request with ready booking links: https://aviaseek.com/en/api/flights?from=MOW&to=LED&date=2026-10-11&limit=5 - the response has results[].booking_url (valid for about 15 minutes).
- Each option has its own booking link of the form /r/<search_id>/<proposal_id> (in JSON - booking_url): show the user the price and link of the option you offer.
- MCP (JSON-RPC 2.0, Streamable HTTP): POST https://aviaseek.com/en/mcp, tool searchFlights. Example: {"jsonrpc":"2.0","id":1,"method":"tools/call","params":{"name":"searchFlights","arguments":{"origin":"MOW","destination":"LED","departure_date":"2026-10-11"}}}
- Full contract and filters: https://aviaseek.com/en/llms-full.txt; the short site map and MCP card - https://aviaseek.com/en/llms.txt and https://aviaseek.com/en/.well-known/mcp.json.

## About the city

Dakar is the capital of Senegal and the westernmost point of Africa. The city is famous for the historic Gorée Island (a UNESCO site), the African Renaissance Monument and the pink Lake Retba. Dakar is the cultural and economic centre of West Africa.

## Practical information

- Country: Senegal
- Time zone: GMT+0
- Currency: West African CFA franc (XOF)
- Language: French, Wolof
- Best time to travel: November-May is the dry season; June-October is the rainy season
- Population: 1.1 million (about 3.6 million in the metropolitan area)

## Facts

- Gorée Island is a UNESCO site, a reminder of the slave trade
- The African Renaissance Monument is the tallest in Africa (49 m)
- The pink Lake Retba is one of the saltiest in the world
- Dakar is the western tip of Africa
- The city is the cultural capital of West Africa

## Airports

- [Airport Блез Диань (DKR)](https://aviaseek.com/en/airports/dkr) - main airport, 45 km from the centre, travel time 45-60 мин

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## What to see

- Gorée Island - a historic island-fortress, a UNESCO site
- African Renaissance Monument - a huge monument on a hill
- Great Djighène Mosque - the largest mosque in Senegal
- Sandaga Market - a bustling traditional market
- Lake Retba (Pink Lake) - the famous pink lake with salt pans
- Niokolo-Koba National Park - a nature reserve
- Saint-Louis Island - a historic colonial town
- Cap-Vert peninsula - a scenic cape with beaches

## Where to eat

- Restaurants with thieboudienne - the national dish of fish and rice
- Seafood venues on the coast
- Cafés in the colonial centre with French cuisine
- Restaurants with street food - maffé, yassa
- Venues with an ocean view

## Parks and walks

- Hann botanical garden - a green area
- Niokolo-Koba Park - a national park with wildlife
- The Corniche ocean promenade
- Gorée Island - a historic walk
- Pink Lake Retba - a natural attraction

## Tips

- The best time is November-May (dry season)
- Be sure to visit Gorée Island - a UNESCO site
- Try thieboudienne - the national dish of Senegal
- Haggle at the markets - part of the local culture
- For a trip to Lake Retba - a guided excursion
- Drink bottled water

## Transport

- Taxis are the main way to get around
- Buses and minibuses - public transport
- Blaise Diagne airport is about 45 km from the centre
- Ferries - for trips to Gorée Island
- For trips out of town - car rental

## FAQ

### How do I get from Blaise Diagne airport to the centre of Dakar?

Blaise Diagne airport (DKR) is about 45 km from the centre. A taxi takes ~45-60 minutes (~15000-20000 XOF). Buses are cheaper. It is best to book a transfer in advance.

### Do I need a visa for Senegal?

Citizens of many countries, including Russia, do not need a visa for Senegal for stays up to 90 days. Check the current rules before you travel.

### What to see in Dakar in 2 days?

In 2 days: Gorée Island, the Great Djighène Mosque and the Sandaga market. Visit Lake Retba and the African Renaissance Monument.

### How much does a trip from the airport to the centre of Dakar cost?

Taxi - ~15000-20000 XOF (~45-60 minutes). An official airport transfer has a fixed price. A bus is cheaper.

### When is the best time to go to Dakar?

The best time is November-May: the dry and warm season (25-30°C). June-October is the rainy season.

### Why is Lake Retba pink?

The pink Lake Retba is coloured by the algae Dunaliella salina. It is one of the saltiest lakes in the world, where salt is harvested.

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- [Malaga](https://aviaseek.com/en/cities/malaga-agp) - Spain
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