How to find cheap flights from Istanbul to Senegal
Pick up a return flight from Istanbul to Senegal from 460 €, the cheapest price currently available.
That fare takes you from Istanbul into Blaise Diagne International in Dakar.
For one-way travel, the lowest available price right now is 194 €.
Happy to land anywhere if it means paying less? Enter 'Senegal' in the 'To' field to discover the lowest fares for different cities.
Senegal has two international airports you can fly into.
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Best time to fly from Istanbul to Senegal
If you're trying to spend less, September is usually the cheapest month to hop on a flight from Istanbul to Senegal.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays are often the most affordable days to fly in general, with prices dipping during the quieter midweek period.
July, August and September are the busiest months to travel to Senegal. July comes out on top, making it an ideal time to visit if you want the most going on.
Alternatively, avoid the busiest travel periods by searching for flights in April, May and June. Out of these low season months, April is the quietest.
Flights from Istanbul to Senegal: what to expect
When flying from Istanbul, you can depart from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW).
From Istanbul, you can fly nonstop to at least one airport in Senegal.
Roughly eight direct flights operate every week between Istanbul and destinations around Senegal.
The main airline operating on this route is Turkish Airlines.
Dakar is one of the most popular routes from Istanbul to Senegal.
The average journey on this route takes around 7 hours 40 minutes.
Popular places to visit in Senegal
Dakar
A popular destination for Istanbul to Senegal flights, this city in Dakar Region takes the top spot on any well-planned itinerary. From Gorée and House of Slaves to Palais du Gouverneur de Gorée, the must-sees stack up quickly.
Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) is Dakar's main airport.
Ready to lock in the perfect place to stay? Browse the selection of hotels in Dakar.
Cap Skirring
Touch down at Cap Skirring Airport (CSK) and go straight from arrivals to exploring the sights.
Browse hotels in Cap Skirring and find a stay that suits your plans.
Visiting Senegal for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can vary depending on your passport and travel plans, so check well in advance. Airlines and official embassy sites will have reliable advice on visas or any other documentation you may need.
The population of Senegal is about 19 million. Dakar is the capital.
You won't need to adjust your watch while travelling through this destination, with one standard time zone of UTC+0 inches place.
Pick the season that matches how you like to travel, whether that's hotter, cooler or somewhere in between. April is one of the warmest months in Senegal.
Time your visit for around January if you prefer to be there when it's cooler.
January is generally the driest month, while August is the wettest.
Well-known events on the local calendar include the Dak'Art art festival, the St Louis Jazz Festival and the Goree Diaspora Festival. Line up your Istanbul to Senegal flight around moments like these for an experience that goes beyond sightseeing.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
Locked in that cheap flight from Istanbul to Senegal? Now decide where you'll stay and how you'll travel around. Check out the range of hotels in Senegal and filter your search by price, location and more. Also browse car rental options in Senegal and choose from pickup locations at airports or in cities.
