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Two cabin classes are available on flights from Dakar to London:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Dakar to London takes 0h 00m, covering 2,711 miles.

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.

Return flights from Dakar to London range from £516 to £793, with an average of £639 over the past 12 months. Anything below £516 counts as a good deal.

One-way fares from Dakar to London are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £280, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

Since London is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near London Heathrow Airport (LHR) – daily rates from around £5:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Europcar
• Alamo
• Hertz

Near London Gatwick Airport (LGW) – daily rates from around £6:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• U-Save
• Europcar
• Alamo

Near London City Airport (LCY) – daily rates from around £8:

• GREEN MOTION
• Budget
• Hertz
• Avis
• Sixt

Near London Luton Airport (LTN) – daily rates from around £8:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Alamo
• Europcar
• Budget

Near London Stansted Airport (STN) – daily rates from around £7:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Europcar
• Alamo
• U-Save

Flights from Dakar to London usually depart from Dakar Blaise Diagne (DSS) and may arrive at several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN).

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

• Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) – 25% of one-stop connections
• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 20% of one-stop connections
• Madrid Barajas (MAD) – 18% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) – 13% of one-stop connections

Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Dakar to London route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £585 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £783, a difference of £198. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Flying via Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 23m, compared to 9h 43m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 10h 08m via Madrid Barajas (MAD).

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

Some of the most popular sights in London are Hyde Park, Tower Bridge, and Royal Albert Hall. These are among the most viewed places in London on KAYAK.

As the flight is relatively long from Dakar to London, you might want to stay at a hotel upon arrival, especially if you land late at night. For example at Heathrow Airport (LHR) there is the Aerotel; at Gatwick Airport (LGW), the Courtyard by Marriott; and at Stansted Airport (STN) there is a Holiday Inn Express.

As there are no direct flights from Dakar to London, you will need to make a transfer during your trip. For example, Barcelona Airport (BCN) is a common stopover location which is used by Vueling, In comparison, Madrid Airport (MAD) is a common transfer location for Iberia flights.

When using the KAYAK search function, you can find flights that emit less CO2. For instance, Royal Air Maroc operates this route releasing around 45% less carbon dioxide than some other airlines. This means it releases about 792 kg Co2 per passenger rather than the industry average of 1452 kg CO2.

As the journey is relatively long, you might want to enjoy superior comfort for the flight. Emirates, for example, provide a First Class option for passengers. This cabin provides more space and fully reclining seats so you can benefit from a good rest during the flight.