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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,565
Typical prices: C$ 1,543-C$ 1,979
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 1/12Sun 9/12
DSS - JFK • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 1,631
Typical prices: C$ 1,591-C$ 1,962
Delta
Tue 20/11Mon 3/12
DSS - JFK • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 8h 53m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 11% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,322 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 16h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dakar to New York (DSS-JFK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dakar to New York

Tue, 1 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
2:00 a.m. - 8:05 p.m.DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 05m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
10:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
22h 00m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
C$ 1,565TAP AIR PORTUGAL
13 hours ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:05 p.m. - 10:25 p.m.DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
30h 20m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:20 a.m. - 7:20 p.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
38h 00m1 stop Istanbul
C$ 1,593Turkish Airlines
2 days ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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9:05 p.m. - 10:25 p.m.DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
30h 20m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:20 a.m. - 7:20 p.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
38h 00m1 stop Istanbul
C$ 1,596Turkish Airlines
8 hours ago
Tue, 1 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
2:00 a.m. - 8:05 p.m.DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 05m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
10:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
22h 00m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
C$ 1,605TAP AIR PORTUGAL
1 day ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
Delta Logo
10:20 a.m. - 2:09 p.m.DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 49mdirect
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7:50 p.m. - 8:25 a.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
7h 35mdirect
C$ 1,631Delta
2 days ago
Wed, 25 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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10:20 a.m. - 2:09 p.m.DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 49mdirect
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7:35 p.m. - 8:25 a.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
7h 50mdirect
C$ 1,633Delta
1 day ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
Delta Logo
10:20 a.m. - 2:09 p.m.DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 49mdirect
Delta Logo
7:50 p.m. - 8:25 a.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
7h 35mdirect
C$ 1,636Delta
3+ days ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
Delta Logo
10:20 a.m. - 2:09 p.m.DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 49mdirect
Delta Logo
7:50 p.m. - 8:25 a.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
7h 35mdirect
C$ 1,638Delta
8 hours ago
Sun, 29 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:05 a.m. - 6:20 p.m.DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
39h 15m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:20 a.m. - 6:20 a.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
25h 00m1 stop Istanbul
C$ 1,639Turkish Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
Brussels Airlines Logo
10:10 p.m. - 1:35 p.m.DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
20h 25m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Frankfurt am Main
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6:25 p.m. - 5:55 p.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
18h 30m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
C$ 1,656Brussels Airlines
2 days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport typically range from C$ 1,543 to C$ 1,979. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,565, on TAP AIR PORTUGAL.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport at C$ 1,516 round-trip.
•August (C$ 1,996) and June (C$ 1,921) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 31% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Dakar to New York

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Key details for Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

C$ 968
Beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 48% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

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Your Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:20 am and lands at 7:13 pm
    • Latest: departs at 10:20 am and lands at 7:13 pm.

    The flight takes about 8h 53m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long does a flight from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport take?

    A direct flight from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 8h 53m, covering 9,906 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport range from C$ 1,543 to C$ 1,979, with an average of C$ 1,712 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,543 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the C$ 1,712 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 1,322 round-trip via Istanbul (IST), compared to C$ 1,702 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    The Boeing 767-300 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and Virgin Atlantic. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300ER variants.

  • How are flight departures from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 C$ 1,565 to C$ 9,255. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 1,110, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK)?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 104 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flights from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport usually depart from Dakar Blaise Diagne (DSS) and arrive at New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Madrid Barajas (MAD) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) – 16% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,618 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 1,846, a difference of C$ 228.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Only Delta operates flights between Dakar and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 41m, compared with 17h 50m via Rome Fiumicino (FCO) and 18h 50m via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU).

  • What is the time difference between Dakar and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 5 hours behind Dakar (Eastern Time vs Greenwich Mean Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

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

    • Delta: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air France: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

Your guide to booking Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 1,618, about C$ 228 less than Saturday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dakar to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average C$ 1,516 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 480 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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 C$ 1,322 round-trip on this route – about C$ 380 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Dakar to New York?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Dakar Blaise Diagne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dakar Blaise Diagne to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

New York John F Kennedy Intl to Dakar Blaise Diagne

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

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