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Traveling Through DKR — Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport

Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport serves 1 terminal, 4 airlines. Everything you need to know before you fly — terminals, transit, tips, and more.

2M passengers/year (2017) · Updated March 2026


📋 Key Facts for Your Trip

Essential info before you fly through DKR

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Terminals
1 terminal (Single Terminal)
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Domestic Check-in
As of March 2020, regular passenger flights have moved to Blaise Diagne International Airport. For charter flights or future domestic flights with Air Senegal, check with the airline for specific check-in times.
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International Check-in
As of March 2020, regular passenger flights have moved to Blaise Diagne International Airport. For charter flights, check with the airline for specific check-in times.
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WiFi
Information not explicitly available on the Wikipedia page.
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Power Outlets
Information not explicitly available on the Wikipedia page.
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Annual Passengers
2M passengers/year (2017)

✈️ Airlines at DKR

Terminal assignments — always confirm with your airline before travel

Airline Terminal(s)
Air Senegal Single Terminal
Emirates SkyCargo Single Terminal
Lufthansa Cargo Single Terminal
Med Airlines Single Terminal

🚗 Getting To & From DKR

Ground transportation options for Dakar

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Bus / Shuttle

Information not explicitly available on the Wikipedia page. Public transport options would likely connect to Dakar city center.

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Rideshare

Information not explicitly available on the Wikipedia page.

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Taxi

Taxis would be available for transport to and from the airport. Approximate fare to city center not specified.

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Parking

Information not explicitly available on the Wikipedia page. · Information not explicitly available on the Wikipedia page.

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Rental Cars

Information not explicitly available on the Wikipedia page.


🍽️ Inside DKR

Food, lounges, and shopping at Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport

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Food & Dining

Before security: Information not explicitly available on the Wikipedia page. · After security: Information not explicitly available on the Wikipedia page.

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Lounges

Information not explicitly available on the Wikipedia page.

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Shopping

Information not explicitly available on the Wikipedia page.


💡 Frequent Traveler Tips for DKR

Insider knowledge to make your time at Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport smoother

  • 1 Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport is primarily a freight and military airport; commercial passenger flights moved to Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) in 2017.
  • 2 Some domestic passenger flights by Air Senegal are planned to operate from DKR to destinations like Saint-Louis, Kédougou, Tambacounda, and Matam.
  • 3 The airport was a significant stopover point for flights between Europe and South America before the mid-1970s.
  • 4 It was once a Space Shuttle landing site until 1987.
  • 5 The airport is also home to the French Air Force's Dakar-Ouakam Air Base.

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Frequently Asked Questions — DKR

How many terminals does DKR (Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport) have?

Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport has 1 terminal: Single Terminal. Always confirm your terminal with your airline before travel, as assignments can change.

Does DKR have free WiFi?

Information not explicitly available on the Wikipedia page.. For real-time connectivity updates and to stay on top of gate changes, download TripTrack — it tracks your flight automatically.

How early should I arrive at DKR?

For domestic flights, check-in closes As of March 2020, regular passenger flights have moved to Blaise Diagne International Airport. For charter flights or future domestic flights with Air Senegal, check with the airline for specific check-in times.. For international flights, check-in closes As of March 2020, regular passenger flights have moved to Blaise Diagne International Airport. For charter flights, check with the airline for specific check-in times.. As a general rule, arrive at least 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights to allow time for check-in, security, and reaching your gate.

What airlines fly from DKR?

Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport is served by 4 airlines, including Air Senegal, Emirates SkyCargo, Lufthansa Cargo, Med Airlines. See the full airline and terminal list above.

How do I get from DKR to Dakar?

Ground transportation options from Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport include bus/shuttle service, taxi. See the Getting To & From section above for details.

Is there parking at DKR?

Yes, Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport offers parking options. Information not explicitly available on the Wikipedia page. Information not explicitly available on the Wikipedia page. Rates and availability change — check the airport website for current pricing.

How can I track my flight from DKR in real time?

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