Cheap Flights from London to Leopold Sedar Senghor

You can take a trip from London to Dakar on any day of the week. Vueling, TAP Air Portugal, Royal Air Maroc, Tunisair, Brussels Airlines, Air France, and Iberia are some carriers that offer flights from London to Dakar.

All of these flights from London to Dakar involve making at least one stop. TAP Air Portugal stops over in Lisbon, and Royal Air Maroc routes passengers through Casablanca. Other cities where you may have a connection include Tunisia, Madrid, Algiers, and Paris.

A few cheap flights from London to Dakar take over 24 hours. Be sure to double-check the details regarding your trip from London to Dakar, especially if you're on a tight schedule.

Most flights from London to Dakar depart out of either Heathrow Airport (LHR) or Gatwick Airport (LGW). Heathrow is a massive airport with five passenger terminals. Gatwick is the second busiest airport in the U.K., after Heathrow, and it has a South and a North Terminal.

The remaining cheap flights from London to Dakar leave from London City Airport (LCY), Luton Airport (LTN), and London Stansted Airport (STN). These are the smaller airports that serve the region. Terminals at all the airports have fast-food eateries, cafes, and convenience stores in case you forgot something.

If your first flight is within Europe, you should arrive two hours before your scheduled departure. Anyone on flights to cities in Africa should arrive three hours early. Make sure you have a valid passport with you so that you can make it through immigration. Visas are not necessary for British citizens travelling to Senegal; citizens of other nations should check with their governments regarding the rules. In some circumstances, you may need a certificate of yellow fever vaccination.

Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport (DKR) has one terminal with just a few spots to buy food or drinks. You'll take a bus from the airplane to the terminal and then proceed to baggage claim. There will likely be many porters, guides, and taxi drivers in the arrivals area. Staff at your hotel may be able to help you arrange transportation ahead of time in the form of a private taxi or shuttle. Dakar Der Dikk buses are also regularly available.

When Arriving in Dakar

Dakar is one hour behind London, so adjusting to the time shouldn't be a problem. You will have to find a place to exchange British pounds for West African CFA francs. You can use the currency exchange centre or an ATM in DKR to get cash. ATMs at banks within the city are good options if you need more money during your trip.

The Weather in Dakar

The city has average year-round highs of at least 25 °C, going to 30 or higher in the summer. Lows drop to the mid-20s in the summer months and to the high teens in the winter. It rains frequently in August and September.