Dakar to Cairo (DSS–CAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
CMN Casablanca 8h 55m ATEYQR → ATMS Casablanca (CMN) to Cairo flights
IST Istanbul 10h 5m TK → ETJULO Istanbul (IST) to Cairo flights
TUN Tunis 14h 20m TU → MSTU Tunis (TUN) to Cairo flights
ABJ Abidjan 15h 35m KQ → EYMS Abidjan (ABJ) to Cairo flights
DXB Dubai 17h 55m EK → EKMKMS Dubai (DXB) to Cairo flights
MRS Marignane, Bouches-du-Rhône 20h 30m TO → TO Marignane, Bouches-du-Rhône (MRS) to Cairo flights
BRU Zaventem 20h 30m LXSN → MSSNTP Zaventem (BRU) to Cairo flights
MAD Madrid 20h 40m VY → IBMSTP Madrid (MAD) to Cairo flights
MXP Ferno (VA) 20h 40m NO → LOMSNE Ferno (VA) (MXP) to Cairo flights
LYS Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône 25h 15m TO → TO Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône (LYS) to Cairo flights
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Dakar to Cairo
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+3h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between DSS and CAI, 1-stop connecting options are available.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for DSS to CAI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
14
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~25h
Longest
BKO ~8h 55m CMN ~8h 55m IST ~10h 5m BGY ~10h 43m ADD ~12h 55m
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2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
652
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Cairo is 3 hours ahead of Dakar.
DSS: GMT · CAI: EEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Dakar, it's 9:00 PM in Cairo.
Getting from CAI

Uber and Careem are the easiest exit. Order from the app inside the terminal and meet the driver at the designated pickup zone outside arrivals. Expect EGP 100-200 to downtown (Tahrir Square, Zamalek, Garden City) and 45-60 minutes in normal traffic. Prices are dynamic, highest between 22:00-02:00 and 06:00-11:00. Yellow metered taxis queue at the rank; drivers will quote EGP 400-500 but the metered fare is EGP 150-300.

CTA public buses 356 and 400 run to central Cairo (EGP 5) but are infrequent and packed. Airport shuttle buses serve major hotels for EGP 25-50. Metro Line 3 does not yet reach the airport; the extension is planned but not operational. Rental car offices are in Terminal 3 arrivals. Traffic in Cairo is aggressive by any standard, so first-time visitors may prefer ride-hail over self-driving.

Cairo Climate

Cairo is desert. Rain totals about 25mm for the entire year, almost all of it falling in December and January. Summers (May-October) are hot and dry with highs of 34-38 degrees C and relentless sunshine. July and August are the peak, though low humidity makes shade feel meaningful. Winters (December-February) are mild and sunny at 14-20 degrees C during the day, dropping to 8-10 degrees C at night.

The Khamsin wind arrives in spring (March-May), carrying Saharan sand and pushing temperatures above 40 degrees C for several days at a stretch. Visibility drops and sand gets into everything. Autumn (October-November) is warm and settled, making it the most pleasant travel window along with winter. Pack sunscreen and light clothing for summer. Winter evenings need a light jacket. Bring a scarf or face covering if visiting during Khamsin season.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

DSS–CAI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dakar to Cairo route.
Route details
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: DSS
Full nameBlaise Diagne International Airport
IATA / ICAODSS / GOBD
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar
Passengers/yr2.8M
Elevation290 ft / 88 m
Destination: CAI
Full nameCairo International Airport
IATA / ICAOCAI / HECA
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo
Passengers/yr29.0M
Elevation322 ft / 98 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DSS to CAI flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Mohammed V, İstanbul and Tunis Carthage.
Cairo is 3 hours ahead of Dakar.
Yes, return flights from CAI to DSS are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Mohammed V, İstanbul and Tunis Carthage. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.