Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Dakar ➔ Abidjan
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~2,820 km
Average flight time
~3h 26m
Recommended aircraft
Super Midsize / Heavy Jet (Challenger 350, Falcon 2000)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Dakar and Abidjan aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
Dakar → Abidjan: 1,778 km, 2h23 block time, departing Blaise Diagne (GOBD) and arriving Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP). The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Blaise Diagne (3500 m) and alternate fuel are validated. A helicopter connection to Plateau / Assinie can be added to the quote.
Departure and arrival airports
Blaise Diagne (GOBD)
On the departure side, Blaise Diagne (GOBD) serves Dakar from 14.67°N / 17.07°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by AIBD Executive Handling; 3500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Almadies / Saly.
Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP)
Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP / ABJ) is a major business field at 5.26°N / 3.93°W, Ivory Coast. Runway: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: Aéria Executive Handling. Helicopter link: Plateau / Assinie.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 1,778 km · 960 NM
- Estimated block time
- 2h23
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet)
- Departure FBO
- AIBD Executive Handling — Blaise Diagne (GOBD / DSS)
- Arrival FBO
- Aéria Executive Handling — Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP / ABJ)
- Departure runway
- 3500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- Plateau / Assinie
Seasonality & slots
Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.
Customs & formalities
International sector Sénégal → Côte d'Ivoire: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Dakar to Abidjan?
About 2h23 block time on a Falcon 2000LXS, for 1,778 km great-circle between GOBD and DIAP.
Which aircraft suits Dakar → Abidjan?
A Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.
How fast can we depart from Blaise Diagne?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from AIBD Executive Handling.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Sénégal → Côte d'Ivoire: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.