Cheap Flights from Dakar to Istanbul — $325

The Dakar — Istanbul route is served by a wide range of airlines: 6 in total, including Turkish Airlines, Vueling, Transavia, Iberia, Air Algerie, and Binter Canarias. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $325. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

Blaise Diagne International Airport (DKR) is Senegal’s main international gateway, handling most long-haul and regional flights and serving as a hub for full-service carriers and several African low-cost airlines. Located about 45–55 km southeast of downtown Dakar, transfers typically take 45–75 minutes depending on traffic; private taxis and app-based rides cost more, while shared shuttles and airport buses are usually the most economical options. Flights into DKR can be perceived as mid-range to premium compared with smaller regional airports, especially on long-haul routes. Pros: modern facilities and direct connections; cons: longer transfer time to the city and occasional congestion during peak periods.

Istanbul is served by two main airports that play distinct roles: Istanbul Airport (IST) on the European side is the city’s primary international hub, handling long-haul and transfer traffic and hosting national flag carriers and many global airlines; Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) on the Asian side tends to be favored by low-cost and regional carriers for cheaper connections. IST sits roughly 40–50 km from the historic center and can take about 40–60 minutes by taxi or 45–60 minutes via the new metro line or Havaist buses; fares typically run higher for taxis, while airport buses and public transit are more economical. SAW is about 50–60 km from central Sultanahmet and usually requires 60–90 minutes by road, with shuttle buses and shared transfers offering budget-friendly options. Pros of IST include extensive onward connections and modern facilities, while downsides can be longer transfer walks and sometimes higher transfer costs; SAW can be quicker for some Asian-side arrivals and cheaper on low-cost carriers, but ground transfers are often longer and options more limited.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Dakar to Istanbul is $313 (November 2026), while the maximum is $503 (August 2026). On average, a ticket costs $377–$818.