Flights to Senegal

Flights to Senegal

Senegal has a total of 2 airports, Dakar Airport (DSS) serves as a hub for intercontinental travel, while all receive international flights. With domestic flights available at every airport, traveling by plane offers a fast and efficient way to explore the country. All airports in Senegal together handle 996 flights this month, departing from 37 airports in 24 countries, operated by 26 different airlines — of which Transavia is the only low-cost carrier. You can fly to Senegal in Economy, Premium Economy, Business Class and First Class.

FlightConnections provides all the information you need to plan your flight to Senegal. Airports, destinations, routes and schedules are all clearly displayed on our interactive flight map. If you prefer a list view, the sections below with available departure and arrival airports might be useful. Looking to see which countries offer direct connections? You'll find that information further down, along with all airlines flying to Senegal.

For a more comfortable journey, explore the Business Class and First Class sections on this page. You can also use the Class filter to choose your cabin class and see routes clearly displayed on the flight map. If you'd like to travel with an alliance, you can do so with Star Alliance, Oneworld or SkyTeam. Simply use the Alliance filter to display their specific routes on the map.

Destinations in Senegal

Explore Senegal!

Discover all 2 destinations in Senegal. Dakar is the most popular airport in Senegal. It handles more than 92% of all flights to the country, which comes down to 920 flights this month.

Below is the full list of destinations in Senegal, ranked by popularity based on the number of flights each airport handles. If you're interested in flying to any of these destinations, simply click it to view all routes, airlines, and flight schedules.

Airlines flying to Senegal

When planning your trip to Senegal, you have several airline options to consider. A total of 26 airlines offer direct flights to the country — one of which is a low-cost airline. Major airlines include Air Senegal, Orenair, ASKY Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Royal Air Maroc and Ethiopian Airlines. Together they operate more than half (54%) of all scheduled flights in April.

Below is an overview of the airlines that offer their services, ranked by popularity. If you are mainly interested in low-cost carriers, check out the next section a little further down this page.

Low-cost carriers flying to Senegal

Currently, Transavia is the only low-cost carrier that offers flights here, operating 40 flights to 1 destinations in Senegal this month.

What is the best time to visit Senegal?

Senegal has destinations with multiple climate types which are tropical and hot mediterranean destinations. This means that the best time to visit depends on the destination you choose. However, considering most destinations and their weather, the best time to explore Senegal as a whole is from January to December (all year round). In the sections below, you can find the ideal visiting time for each specific destination. We've categorized them by climate type to help you plan your trip and to visit Senegal at the best time of the year!

🌴  Tropical destinations

The tropical spots in Senegal are famous for their consistently warm temperatures, ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F) throughout the year, along with high humidity and rainfall, especially in rainforest and monsoon areas.

Senegal also has destinations North of the equator, where the dry season starts in November and ends in April, making this period the best to visit the country's tropical destinations. During these months it is mainly dry, while in the wet season there can be long periods of rain. Humidity and temperatures are high all year round. Currently you can fly directly to one tropical destination.

🌐 North of the equator

☀️  Hot Mediterranean destinations

The Mediterranean regions of Senegal are cherished for their warm, dry summers, where temperatures often exceed 30°C (86°F). In some inland areas, temperatures can rise even higher, sometimes reaching 40°C (104°F) or more while their mild winters see a bit of rain. This delightful climate, combined with beautiful landscapes and sun-filled lifestyle attract visitors from around the globe.

Senegal currently has 1 Hot Mediterranean destination that you can fly to. The destination listed below is attractive to visit all year round, but is best visited in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) when temperatures are pleasantly warm, especially since summers can get very hot in these regions.

Countries with direct flights to Senegal

From which countries can you fly non-stop?

Below is a list of all 23 countries that have non-stop flights to Senegal, including the number of airports that offer those flights:

Airports with direct flights to Senegal

This section is ideal for finding the best airport to start your trip to Senegal. All airports with direct flights are listed below, ranked by popularity. Currently, 35 airports across 23 countries and 4 continents offer direct flights to 2 airports in Senegal.

Flying First Class to Senegal

Which airports offer First Class flights?

If you're looking for a luxurious flight, you can choose to depart from a total of 4 airports (located in 4 different countries) , and arrive at Dakar (the only First Class airport in Senegal). Discover below all airports that have First Class options:

Departure airports with First Class flights

First Class airports in Senegal

Flying Business Class to Senegal

Where can you fly to in Business Class?

In total, there are 23 airports across 22 countries that provide business class flights to Senegal. As of today, you can arrive at 2 airports in Business Class. (Dakar or Cap Skirring Airport).

Departure airports with Business Class flights

Business Class airports in Senegal

Domestic flights across Senegal

With a total of 2 domestic routes, there are not that many flights within Senegal itself.

Orenair and Air Senegal together operate more than half (76%) of all domestic flights in Senegal, a total of 107 flights this month. The list below provides you with a lot more information, from interesting statistics to an overview of all domestic routes.

International flights from Africa to Senegal

There are 14 cities spread across 13 countries in Africa that offer international flights to Senegal. Those cities offer direct flights to one of 2 airports in the country. As of today the best direct connections out of Africa are from Guinea, Côte d’Ivoire and Morocco.

Dakar is the most popular airport for international travelers from Africa with 543 flights in April, representing 100% of all flights arriving from Africa. The majority of those flights are operated by 7 airlines: Air Senegal, ASKY Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, Ethiopian Airlines, Air Cote D'Ivoire, Mauritania Airlines and Brussels Airlines.

In the following sections we provide detailed information on the available routes from every country with non-stop flights and (if available) stopover flights:

Flights from Guinea to Senegal

From Guinea you can fly non-stop from Conakry Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Senegal: Dakar. This is the only non-stop flight route from Guinea to Senegal, operated by 7 different airlines — none of which are low-cost airlines.

Flights from Côte d’Ivoire to Senegal

From Côte d’Ivoire you can fly non-stop from Abidjan Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Senegal: Dakar. This is the only non-stop flight route from Côte d’Ivoire to Senegal, operated by 5 different airlines — none of which are low-cost airlines.

Côte d’Ivoire to Senegal with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 5 airports in Côte d’Ivoire offer flights to Dakar Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Morocco to Senegal

From Morocco you can fly non-stop from Casablanca Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Senegal: Dakar. This is the only non-stop flight route from Morocco to Senegal, operated by 2 different airlines — Royal Air Maroc and Air Senegal.

Morocco to Senegal with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 19 airports in Morocco offer flights to Dakar Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Mali to Senegal

From Mali you can fly non-stop from Bamako Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Senegal: Dakar. This is the only non-stop flight route from Mali to Senegal, operated by 3 different airlines — none of which are low-cost airlines.

Mali to Senegal with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 4 airports in Mali offer flights to Dakar Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Gambia to Senegal

From Gambia you can fly non-stop from Banjul Airport, and arrive at 2 different destinations in Senegal. In total there are 2 direct routes from Gambia, operated by 4 different airlines — none of which are low-cost airlines.

Flights from Cape Verde to Senegal

From Cape Verde you can fly non-stop from 2 airports, and arrive at the only destination in Senegal: Dakar. In total there are 2 direct routes from Cape Verde, operated by 6 different airlines — none of which are low-cost airlines.

Cape Verde to Senegal with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 2 airports in Cape Verde offer flights to Dakar Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Togo to Senegal

From Togo you can fly non-stop from Lomé Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Senegal: Dakar. This is the only non-stop flight route from Togo to Senegal, operated by ASKY Airlines.

Flights from Algeria to Senegal

From Algeria you can fly non-stop from Algiers Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Senegal: Dakar. This is the only non-stop flight route from Algeria to Senegal, operated by Air Algerie.

Algeria to Senegal with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 31 airports in Algeria offer flights to Dakar Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Mauritania to Senegal

From Mauritania you can fly non-stop from Nouakchott Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Senegal: Dakar. This is the only non-stop flight route from Mauritania to Senegal, operated by 2 different airlines — Mauritania Airlines and Air Senegal.

Mauritania to Senegal with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 2 airports in Mauritania offer flights to Dakar Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Guinea-Bissau to Senegal

From Guinea-Bissau you can fly non-stop from Bissau Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Senegal: Dakar. This is the only non-stop flight route from Guinea-Bissau to Senegal, operated by 2 different airlines — Turkish Airlines and ASKY Airlines.

Flights from Burkina Faso to Senegal

From Burkina Faso you can fly non-stop from Ouagadougou Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Senegal: Dakar. This is the only non-stop flight route from Burkina Faso to Senegal, operated by Air Senegal.

Burkina Faso to Senegal with a stopover

There is another option available if you consider a stopover flight: Bobo-Dioulasso Airport offers a 1-stop flight to Dakar:

Flights from Tunisia to Senegal

From Tunisia you can fly non-stop from Tunis Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Senegal: Dakar. This is the only non-stop flight route from Tunisia to Senegal, operated by Tunisair.

Tunisia to Senegal with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 4 airports in Tunisia offer flights to Dakar Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Benin to Senegal

From Benin you can fly non-stop from Cotonou Airport, and arrive at the only destination in Senegal: Dakar. This is the only non-stop flight route from Benin to Senegal, operated by Air Senegal.

Intercontinental flights to Senegal

There are 3 continents beyond Africa that have direct flights to Senegal. A total of 10 different countries across Asia, Europe and North America offer flights to the country. With 21 direct flight routes, connecting 21 intercontinental airports to 1 destinations, Senegal is well-connected to various parts of the world. 15 different airlines (of which 1 are low-cost) are operating these long-haul flights.

France, Spain and Belgium have the best intercontinental flight connections to Senegal.

All intercontinental flights can be found below — arranged by continent, country and departure airport.

Non-stop flights from Europe to Senegal

From Europe, 6 countries have direct flights to Senegal.

Flights from France to Senegal

If you'd like to fly non-stop from France you can do so from 8 airports. You will arrive at Dakar Airport, the only destination for direct flights out of France. Flights are operated by 3 airlines — including Transavia, the only low-cost carrier on these routes.

France to Senegal with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 27 airports in France offer flights to Dakar Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Spain to Senegal

If you'd like to fly non-stop from Spain you can do so from 2 airports. You will arrive at Dakar Airport, the only destination for direct flights out of Spain. Flights are operated by 2 airlines — Binter Canarias and Iberia, neither of which are low-cost carriers.

Spain to Senegal with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 39 airports in Spain offer flights to Dakar Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Belgium to Senegal

Looking to fly directly from Belgium? This is possible from Brussels only. You will arrive at Dakar — currently the only direct route connecting Senegal and Belgium. Flights are operated by 3 airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers.

Belgium to Senegal with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 3 airports in Belgium offer flights to Dakar Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Italy to Senegal

If you'd like to fly non-stop from Italy you can do so from 4 airports. You will arrive at Dakar Airport, the only destination for direct flights out of Italy. Flights are operated by 2 airlines — Neos and ITA Airways, neither of which are low-cost carriers.

Italy to Senegal with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 31 airports in Italy offer flights to Dakar Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Portugal to Senegal

Looking to fly directly from Portugal? This is possible from Lisbon only. You will arrive at Dakar — currently the only direct route connecting Senegal and Portugal. Flights are operated by TAP Portugal.

Portugal to Senegal with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 9 airports in Portugal offer flights to Dakar Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Luxembourg to Senegal

Looking to fly directly from Luxembourg? This is possible from Luxembourg City only. You will arrive at Dakar — currently the only direct route connecting Senegal and Luxembourg. Flights are operated by Luxair.

Non-stop flights from Asia to Senegal

From Asia, 2 countries have direct flights to Senegal. 2 non-stop routes are available, operated by 2 airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers.

Flights from Turkey to Senegal

Looking to fly directly from Turkey? This is possible from Istanbul only. You will arrive at Dakar — currently the only direct route connecting Senegal and Turkey. Flights are operated by Turkish Airlines.

Turkey to Senegal with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 46 airports in Turkey offer flights to Dakar Airport with a single stop:

Flights from United Arab Emirates to Senegal

Looking to fly directly from United Arab Emirates? This is possible from Dubai only. You will arrive at Dakar — currently the only direct route connecting Senegal and United Arab Emirates. Flights are operated by Emirates.

United Arab Emirates to Senegal with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 3 airports in United Arab Emirates offer flights to Dakar Airport with a single stop:

Non-stop flights from North America to Senegal

From North America, 2 countries have direct flights to Senegal. 2 non-stop routes are available, operated by 2 airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers.

Flights from United States to Senegal

Looking to fly directly from United States? This is possible from New York City only. You will arrive at Dakar — currently the only direct route connecting Senegal and United States. Flights are operated by Delta.

United States to Senegal with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 78 airports in United States offer flights to Dakar Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Canada to Senegal

Looking to fly directly from Canada? This is possible from Montreal only. You will arrive at Dakar — currently the only direct route connecting Senegal and Canada. Flights are operated by Air Transat.

Canada to Senegal with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 35 airports in Canada offer flights to Dakar Airport with a single stop:

Most popular routes to Senegal

Whether you're looking to explore the scenic landscapes, charming towns and vibrant cities of Senegal, visit friends and family or simply need to attend a business meeting — we've got you covered. Check out the list below to find the most popular non-stop flights available for your journey.

Popular routes to Senegal with a stopover

If there is no airport near you offering direct flights to Senegal, don't worry — you can still reach the country with a brief stopover along the way.

Below is a list of the most popular routes that require a stopover.

To see all 1- or 2-stop flight options, simply use the "Show indirect destinations" button on the map, or use the search bar to select your departure airport and discover all available routes from there to Senegal!

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