What is the cheapest way to get from Kigali to Dakar?

The cheapest way to get from Kigali to Dakar is to fly and bus which costs $370 - $1,200 and takes 17h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kigali to Dakar?

The fastest way to get from Kigali to Dakar is to fly and bus which takes 17h 45m and costs $370 - $1,200.

How far is it from Kigali to Dakar?

The distance between Kigali and Dakar is 5584 km. The road distance is 7911.6 km.

How long does it take to get from Kigali to Dakar?

It takes approximately 17h 45m to get from Kigali to Dakar, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Kigali and Dakar?

Dakar is 2h behind Kigali. It is currently 6:38 AM in Kigali and 4:38 AM in Dakar.

Can I drive from Kigali to Dakar?

Yes, the driving distance between Kigali to Dakar is 7912 km. It takes approximately 5 days 19h to drive from Kigali to Dakar.

Where can I stay near Dakar?

There are 1505+ hotels available in Dakar.

Kigali to Dakar - 2 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Kigali to Dakar by plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Kigali (KGL) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)plane KGL - DSS
2. Take the bus from Dakar AIBD to Dakarbus
17h 45m
$372–1,113
Drive 7,911.6 km
1. Drive from Kigali to Dakarcar 7,911.6 km
5d 19h
$1,019–1,471

Kigali (KGL) to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) flights

9Weekly Planes

15h 25mAverage Duration

$361Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 5,583.5 km
Duration: 17h 45m

What companies run services between Kigali, Rwanda and Dakar, Senegal?

There is no direct connection from Kigali to Dakar. However, you can take the bus to Kigali Airport, walk to Kigali (KGL) airport, fly to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS), walk to Dakar AIBD, take the bus to Dakar, walk to Cardinal Hyacinthe Thiandoum, then take the bus to Place de la nation. Alternatively, you can drive from Kigali to Dakar in around 5d 19h.

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