Cheap Flights to Dakar

With 19 communes and a population of about 1 million, Dakar is the capital city of Senegal and the heart of West Africa located in the Cape Verde peninsula. Being under the colony of French, British, Dutch and Portuguese for over 250 years the influences have stayed within the culture of the city. If you are from Europe, Asia, South & North Africa and America traveling is possible by booking cheap flights to Dakar through several airlines. There are direct flights from Delta and SAA if you are flying from US and numerous other direct flights from Paris, Amsterdam and Brussels.

Getting around the city is quite easy with Dakar railway or even the bus system with fares of about 150 CFA or if you prefer a private ride there are taxis everywhere. Just be sure to negotiate and bargain first before getting on the cab or you might have a problem getting a change for your payment. Aside from being rich in music, art and culture, people from Dakar are very well known for being warm and hospitable. Locals are very helpful and friendly to travelers. Great food also awaits anyone who wants gastronomic adventures as restaurants like La Fourchette and Le Jardin Thailandis offers international cuisine. Le N’Gor on the other hand not only offers delicious meals but also a site overlooking the sea.

After a sumptuous feast, don’t forget to see one of Africa’s oldest museums, IFAN museum has a treasure collection of musical instruments, carvings and masks gathered from all over Africa. If you opt to go shopping for haute-couture or fabrics instead, then Marche HLM and Islam couture is just the place for you.

It’s quite easy to look for a place to stay within the city that includes budget, mid-range to luxury type of accommodation. Luxury hotels in Dakar includes Le Meridien President or La Demeure, on the other hand Onomo Hotel, Hotel Oceanic and Hotel du Phare Les Mamelles offers airport transfers, free Wi-Fi internet and other amenities for a reasonable price.

There are also cheap flights to Dakar for as low as €558 from France or €535 if you come from Lisbon, Portugal. So you see, seeing the sights in this city wouldn't be too costly for a traveler with quite a few resources.