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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
77%Trains in Dakar are 77% cheaper than in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg$2.62
Dakar$0.59
MealMid-priced restaurant
40%A meal in Dakar is 40% cheaper than a meal in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg$17.49
Dakar$10.57
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
126%Taxis are 126% more expensive in Dakar than in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg$1.75
Dakar$3.96
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
88%Coffee is 88% more expensive in Dakar than in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg$3.38
Dakar$6.34
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 377.9 XOF
1 XOF = 0.01 AUD
Last checked on Sat, 29/03
Distance: 6701 kms
Johannesburg airports
OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)How far from city centre: 1 kms
Dakar airports
Blaise Diagne INTL (DSS)How far from city centre: 41 kms

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Johannesburg to Dakar

How long does the flight take to go from Johannesburg to Dakar?
The total flight time between Johannesburg and Dakar is of around 13:32 hours on average, considering an average distance of 8,153 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How can I find cheap flights from Johannesburg to Dakar at Opodo?
At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the cheapest flight available from Johannesburg to Dakar. Considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys, our search engine works to provides always the best price with the best conditions.
Is Dakar expensive to visit compared to Johannesburg?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Dakar costs an average of 3.96 AUD, 126% more expensive than Johannesburg, with a fare of 1.75 AUD,

while train tickets costs 77% less in Dakar: 0.59 AUD against 2.62 AUD in Johannesburg.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 10.57 AUD in Dakar, 40% less than the 17.49 AUD in Johannesburg.

The price of the coffee is around 88% more expensive in Dakar, with an average of 6.34 AUD , while in Johannesburg the coffee costs 3.38 AUD.

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Johannesburg to Dakar?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Senegal may apply when travelling from Johannesburg. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Dakar compared to Johannesburg?
While in Johannesburg the temperatures can reach an average of 31.84 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 6 mm ,Dakar's temperatures can go up to 33.73 ºC during the hot season, with 0.9 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 17.76 ºC in Dakar, compared to the -0.43 ºC average degrees reported in Johannesburg. During the winter period, Johannesburg can register 0.9 mm precipitation, while Dakar have an average of 0.4 mm rain level.

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