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Cheapest return flight
£713
Typical prices: £661-£814
Royal Air Maroc
Sat 3/2Sun 18/2
DLA - DSS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£656
Typical prices: £429-£636
Air Algerie
Tue 25/9
DLA - DSS • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Douala and Dakar. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 14% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG)
Cheapest • Avg £619 (return)
Lome (LFW)
Shortest trip • 6h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Douala to Dakar (DLA-DSS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Douala to Dakar

Wed, 3 Feb - Thu, 18 Feb
Royal Air Maroc Logo
05:25 - 19:00DLA  Douala-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
14h 35m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
Royal Air Maroc Logo
02:35 - 04:25DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-DLA Douala
24h 50m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
£713Royal Air Maroc
Mon, 18 Jan - Thu, 28 Jan
Air Côte d’Ivoire Logo
09:00 - 17:35DLA  Douala-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
9h 35m2 stops Abuja Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
Air Côte d’Ivoire Logo
10:40 - 20:25DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-DLA Douala
8h 45m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Yaoundé Nsimalen
£769Air Côte d’Ivoire
Wed, 3 Feb - Fri, 19 Feb
Air Côte d’Ivoire Logo
09:00 - 09:50DLA  Douala-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
25h 50m2 stops Abuja Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
Air Côte d’Ivoire Logo
10:40 - 20:25DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-DLA Douala
8h 45m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Abuja
£771Air Côte d’Ivoire
Fri, 22 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:25 - 06:50DLA  Douala-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
18h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Bamako
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:50 - 13:25DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-DLA Douala
17h 35m3 stops Bamako Addis Ababa Bole Malabo Santa Isabel
£773Ethiopian Air
Sun, 17 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan
Air Côte d’Ivoire Logo
09:00 - 17:35DLA  Douala-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
9h 35m2 stops Yaoundé Nsimalen Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
Air Côte d’Ivoire Logo
10:40 - 20:25DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-DLA Douala
8h 45m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Abuja
£783Air Côte d’Ivoire
Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
Air Côte d’Ivoire Logo
09:00 - 17:35DLA  Douala-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
9h 35m2 stops Yaoundé Nsimalen Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
Air Côte d’Ivoire Logo
10:40 - 21:45DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-DLA Douala
10h 05m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Abuja
£788Air Côte d’Ivoire
Sun, 17 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan
Air Côte d’Ivoire Logo
09:00 - 17:35DLA  Douala-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
9h 35m2 stops Yaoundé Nsimalen Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
Air Côte d’Ivoire Logo
10:40 - 20:25DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-DLA Douala
8h 45m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Yaoundé Nsimalen
£797Air Côte d’Ivoire
Sun, 18 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
Air Côte d’Ivoire Logo
09:00 - 17:35DLA  Douala-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
9h 35m2 stops Yaoundé Nsimalen Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
Air Côte d’Ivoire Logo
18:45 - 20:25DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-DLA Douala
24h 40m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Yaoundé Nsimalen
£798Air Côte d’Ivoire
Thu, 21 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan
Air Côte d’Ivoire Logo
09:00 - 17:35DLA  Douala-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
9h 35m2 stops Yaoundé Nsimalen Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
Air Côte d’Ivoire Logo
18:45 - 20:25DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-DLA Douala
24h 40m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Yaoundé Nsimalen
£801Air Côte d’Ivoire
Thu, 1 Oct - Wed, 7 Oct
Air Senegal Logo
10:40 - 17:25DLA  Douala-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
7h 45m1 stop Lome
Air Senegal Logo
08:20 - 16:05DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-DLA Douala
6h 45m1 stop Lome
£810Air Senegal
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Douala to Dakar flights

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

How much is a return flight from Douala to Dakar?

Return flights from Douala to Dakar start at £713. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £661 to £814. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £713 on Royal Air Maroc.

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

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Douala to Dakar and is 12% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Douala to Dakar at £651 return.
  • December (£866) and August (£806) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Douala to Dakar flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

£656
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (3% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Douala to Dakar

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Douala to Dakar usually depart from Douala (DLA) and arrive at Dakar Blaise Diagne (DSS).

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

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

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

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

    • Lome (LFW) – 65% of one-stop connections
    • Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Abidjan Felix H. Boigny (ABJ) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) – 1% of one-stop connections

    Lome (LFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Douala to Dakar route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £674 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £815, a difference of £141. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Douala to Dakar?

    A direct flight from Douala to Dakar takes 0h 00m, covering 1,965 miles.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Douala to Dakar 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 £713 to £2,012. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Douala to Dakar are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £656, which is 34% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Lome (LFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 47m, compared to 15h 04m via Abidjan Felix H. Boigny (ABJ) and 19h 20m via Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN).

  • What is the time difference between Douala and Dakar?

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

  • Which car hire options are available at Dakar Blaise Diagne Airport (DSS)?

    Dakar Blaise Diagne Airport (DSS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £23 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Avis
    • Sixt
    • Ok Mobility
    • Europcar
    • Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Douala to Dakar flight?

    Return flights from Douala to Dakar range from £661 to £814, with an average of £758 over the past 12 months. Anything below £661 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Douala to Dakar 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 Friday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Friday flights average £674 – about £141 less than Monday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Douala to Dakar trip for September. Fares historically average £651 return in that month – typically £216 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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