$949 Cheap flight deals from Columbus (CMH) to Dakar (DKR)

Columbus Airport Information

Orbitz.com can help you find cheap flights from Columbus, Ohio, for your next trip. Columbus is served by the Port Columbus International Airport, located at 4600 International Gateway. It is about six miles east of the city center. It has three terminals and 44 gates. Domestic and international flights are provided by over 20 airlines, including the American Eagle Network, United, American Airlines and US Airways.

Airport Parking Information

The Port Columbus Airport has three lots and a garage available for parking with complimentary shuttles. Fees are from $4 to $9 per day for long-term parking and $2 to $3 per hour for short-term parking. There is also bicycle parking and a cellphone lot.

Ground Transportation Information

Metered taxis are available to transport you to the airport. The fare from downtown Columbus to the airport is approximately $25. There are also daily shuttles from the downtown area. Columbus also has bus service. The fare is $2.00 one-way or $4.50 for an all-day pass. Not only can Orbitz.com help you plan your air travel, it can also help you plan your ground transportation.

Columbus Airport Restaurants

There are many restaurant options available at the Port Columbus International Airport, so you can grab a bite to eat while waiting for your flight. Er King, Cold Stone Creamery, Tim Hortons and many more ensure that there will be something that everyone likes. There are also shops, so you can purchase anything you forgot to pack. Checking Orbitz.com for cheap flights to Columbus is your best bet for finding bargain tickets.

Dakar Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport Information

You will find cheap flights to Dakar by using Orbitz.com. Dakar Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR), located near Yoff Town and 10 miles to the northwest of Dakar, offers direct flights to 26 city destinations in the world. Among the airlines that fly to the airport are Air France, Lutfhansa, Iberia, Emirates, South African Airways and United Express.

Transportation from the Airport

You will find the taxi rank outside the arrivals hall, with the average cost for taxi services to downtown Dakar being 5,000 francs. The charges for cab services are negotiable, although they do not exceed 10,000 francs. If you prefer an alternative with a relatively low fare, use Bus Line 8 at a cost of 250 francs.

Dakar's Weather Information

Dakar experiences a semiarid climate, with a short rainy season and a long dry season. The rainy season stretches from June to September, with August registering an average of seven inches of rain. October, the hottest month, has an average high temperature of 83 degrees Fahrenheit and a low of 72 degrees.

Popular Attractions in Dakar

Visit La Maison des Esclaves, which is a century-old building that was used as a processing spot for African slaves. Other sites that you should visit include the Sandaga, the IFAN Museum (African Arts Museum) and the Le Monument de la Renaissance Africaine. The best time to visit Dakar is from November to February, as the weather is pleasantly warm. Use Orbitz.com to find cheap flights to Dakar.