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Only Emirates operates flights between Dakar and Dubai.

Flights from Dakar to Dubai usually depart from Dakar Blaise Diagne (DSS) and arrive at Dubai Intl (DXB).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Emirates: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 953 round-trip via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO), compared to C$ 1,897 for direct.

The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Emirates and Air France. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-200/200ER variants.

One-stop flights from Dakar to Dubai most commonly connect through:

• Istanbul (IST) – 78% of one-stop connections
• Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) – 10% of one-stop connections
• Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 6% of one-stop connections
• Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG) – 3% of one-stop connections

Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Dakar to Dubai route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,277 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 1,550, a difference of C$ 274. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Evening is the busiest departure period on Dakar to Dubai flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Some of the most popular sights in Dubai are Palm Jumeirah, Burj Khalifa, and Gold Souq. These are among the most viewed places in Dubai on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dakar to Dubai:

• Earliest: departs at 5:55 pm and lands at 3:19 am
• Latest: departs at 6:35 pm and lands at 3:59 am.

The flight takes about 9h 24m.

Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 7% above the route average of C$ 1,454. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A direct flight from Dakar to Dubai takes 9h 24m, covering 12,188 km.

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.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 1,191 to C$ 8,012. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Dakar to Dubai are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about C$ 890.

Flying via Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 58m, compared with 15h 41m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 17h 31m via Istanbul (IST).

Dubai is 4 hours ahead of Dakar (Gulf Time vs Greenwich Mean Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Dubai Intl Airport (DXB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 5 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Autostrad Rent A Car
• Alamo
• AMEX
• Europcar
• Hertz

Round-trip flights from Dakar to Dubai range from C$ 1,265 to C$ 1,654, with an average of C$ 1,454 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,265 counts as a good deal.