On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets from Dakar to Istanbul. The 5,335 km flight is operated regularly, with about 9 flights per week on the route, making it easy to find a convenient departure time.
The main carrier on this route is Turkish Airlines. Before booking, you can check information on how to get to the airport of departure or plan your route from the airport to the city of arrival, as well as track price dynamics using the charts.
The table shows direct flights Dakar → Istanbul on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 6 h 50 min. Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines. Departures from Blaise Diagne International Airport airports, arrivals at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Dakar — Istanbul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,066 in r, and the most expensive are around AED 2,376 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Dakar → Istanbul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 2,794 | low | May | AED 3,027 | medium | Sep | AED 3,027 | medium |
| Feb | AED 2,701 | low | Jun | AED 3,260 | high | Oct | AED 2,888 | medium |
| Mar | AED 2,794 | low | Jul | AED 3,493 | high | Nov | AED 2,655 | low |
| Apr | AED 2,888 | medium | Aug | AED 3,400 | high | Dec | AED 3,353 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Istanbul remains comfortable for travel throughout most of the year. The warmest month is August with average temperatures up to 28.8°C, while January is considered the rainiest and coolest, with about 82 mm of precipitation.
For those seeking maximum savings, the best time to fly is December — ticket prices start AED 1,066. The peak pricing period is recorded in April, when fares can reach AED 2,393.
The optimal choice for balancing weather conditions and cost is November, with offers AED 1,070. We recommend avoiding planning your trip in April if you are on a limited budget.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by Turkish Airlines, which operates about 9 flights per week. Flights on this route are primarily direct, allowing you to cover the distance of over 5,000 km as quickly as possible. Detailed information on departure days and exact times can be found in the schedule below.
Flights Dakar — Istanbul depart from Blaise Diagne International Airport and arrive at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 5,335 km. The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 6 hours and 20 minutes.
The main carrier operating regular flights on this route is Turkish Airlines (TK).
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, allowing you to reach Turkey as comfortably as possible without any layovers.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on flight occupancy and the season. You can find the current minimum for your dates in the low price calendar on this page.
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