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Cheapest return flight
£643
Typical prices: £635-£691
Air Côte d’Ivoire
Sat 1/12Sat 8/12
DSS - LOS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£494
Typical prices: £345-£438
Ethiopian Air
Tue 20/11
DSS - LOS • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Dakar and Lagos. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 39% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abidjan Felix H. Boigny (ABJ)
Cheapest • Avg £643 (return)
Lome (LFW)
Shortest trip • 8h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dakar to Lagos (DSS-LOS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Dakar to Lagos

Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
Air Côte d’Ivoire Logo
10:40 - 18:10DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
6h 30m1 stop Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
Air Côte d’Ivoire Logo
11:00 - 17:35LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
7h 35m1 stop Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
£643Air Côte d’Ivoire
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
Air Peace Logo
12:10 - 18:40DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
5h 30m1 stop Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
Air Peace Logo
06:30 - 12:20LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
6h 50m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Conakry
£712Air Peace
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
Air Peace Logo
13:00 - 20:50DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
6h 50m2 stops Conakry Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
Air Peace Logo
06:30 - 12:20LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
6h 50m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Conakry
£712Air Peace
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
Air Peace Logo
12:10 - 18:40DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
5h 30m1 stop Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
Air Peace Logo
06:30 - 12:20LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
6h 50m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Conakry
£714Air Peace
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
Air Peace Logo
13:00 - 20:50DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
6h 50m2 stops Conakry Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
Air Peace Logo
06:30 - 12:20LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
6h 50m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Conakry
£714Air Peace
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
Air Peace Logo
12:10 - 18:40DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
5h 30m1 stop Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
Air Peace Logo
07:00 - 11:30LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
5h 30m1 stop Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
£828Air Peace
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
Air Peace Logo
12:10 - 18:40DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
5h 30m1 stop Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
Air Peace Logo
07:00 - 11:30LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
5h 30m1 stop Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
£830Air Peace
Fri, 25 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:50 - 12:05DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
16h 15m2 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
09:15 - 14:00LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
29h 45m4 stops Lome Accra Kotoka Freetown Lungi Intl Banjul Yundum Intl
£1,281Ethiopian Air
Fri, 25 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:50 - 03:10DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
31h 20m2 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
09:15 - 14:00LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
29h 45m4 stops Lome Accra Kotoka Freetown Lungi Intl Banjul Yundum Intl
£1,284Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Dakar to Lagos flights

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How much is a return flight from Dakar to Lagos?

Return flights from Dakar to Lagos typically range from £635 to £691. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £643 on Air Côte d’Ivoire.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dakar to Lagos?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dakar to Lagos. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dakar to Lagos?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Dakar to Lagos at £402 return.
•August (£816) and July (£722) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 103% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Dakar to Lagos flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

£494
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 66% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Dakar to Lagos

When to book flights from Dakar to Lagos

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dakar to Lagos based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Dakar to Lagos flight questions, answered

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

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Dakar to Lagos?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Dakar to Lagos.

  • How long is a flight from Dakar to Lagos?

    A direct flight from Dakar to Lagos takes 00m, covering 1,491 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dakar to Lagos?

    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 Lagos flight?

    Return flights from Dakar to Lagos range from £635 to £691, with an average of £653 over the past 12 months. Anything below £635 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Dakar to Lagos?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £643 return via Abidjan Felix H. Boigny (ABJ), compared with £847 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dakar to Lagos?

    The Boeing 737-500 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Peace. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Dakar to Lagos changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £643 to £3,848. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Dakar to Lagos looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dakar to Lagos are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £825, which is 115% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dakar to Lagos?

    Flights from Dakar to Lagos usually depart from Dakar Blaise Diagne (DSS) and arrive at Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dakar to Lagos pass through?

    Connecting flights from Dakar to Lagos most commonly pass through:

    • Abidjan Felix H. Boigny (ABJ) – 91% of one-stop connections
    • Lome (LFW) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dakar to Lagos?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Dakar to Lagos. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at £634 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £741, a difference of £107.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Dakar to Lagos?

    Flying via Abidjan Felix H. Boigny (ABJ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 19m, compared to 8h 07m via Lome (LFW).

  • What is the time difference between Dakar and Lagos?

    Lagos is 1 hour ahead of Dakar (West Africa Time vs Greenwich Mean Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dakar to Lagos flights?

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

    • Air Peace: a checked 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 Lagos 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average £634, about £107 less than Tuesday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dakar to Lagos trip for September. Fares historically average £402 return in that month – typically £414 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 Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Airport (ABJ) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £643 return on this route – about £205 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport.

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