Airports Near Dakar
The closest airports to Dakar, SN: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Dakar, SN is Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR), about 4 mi (7 km) away — roughly 15 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DKR | Leopold Sedar Senghor International AirportDakar, Senegal | 4 mi / 7 km | 15 min | International |
| DSS | Blaise Diagne International AirportDiass, Senegal | 25 mi / 41 km | 49 min | International |
| KLC | Kaolack AirportKaolack, Senegal | 101 mi / 162 km | 2 hr 20 min | Regional |
| BJL | Banjul International AirportBanjul, Gambia | 107 mi / 173 km | 2 hr 30 min | International |
| XLS | Saint Louis AirportSaint Louis, Senegal | 114 mi / 184 km | 2 hr 39 min | Regional |
| CSK | Cap Skirring AirportCap Skirring, Senegal | 165 mi / 265 km | 3 hr 50 min | Regional |
| ZIG | Ziguinchor AirportZiguinchor, Senegal | 167 mi / 269 km | 3 hr 53 min | Regional |
| RDT | Richard Toll AirportRichard Toll, Senegal | 170 mi / 273 km | 3 hr 57 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) is the most convenient at about 4 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Dakar. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with DKR.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near DKR saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Dakar is Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR), about 4 mi (7 km) away — roughly 15 min by road.