Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Dakar ➔ Los Angeles
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~7,140 km
Average flight time
~8h 42m
Recommended aircraft
Heavy Jet (Falcon 7X, Gulfstream G450)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Dakar and Los Angeles 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
The Dakar – Los Angeles sector links Blaise Diagne (GOBD) to Van Nuys (KVNY) over 10,110 km great-circle, about 11h28 airborne in a Gulfstream G650ER. We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Dakar. Firm quote from a senior broker within 30 minutes, 24/7.
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.
Van Nuys (KVNY)
Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY) is a ultra-hub at 34.21°N / 118.49°W, USA. Runway: 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: Signature Flight Support. Helicopter link: Beverly Hills / Malibu.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 10,110 km · 5,459 NM
- Estimated block time
- 11h28
- Recommended aircraft
- Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- AIBD Executive Handling — Blaise Diagne (GOBD / DSS)
- Arrival FBO
- Signature Flight Support — Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY)
- Departure runway
- 3500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- Beverly Hills / Malibu
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector Sénégal → USA: 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 Los Angeles?
About 11h28 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 10,110 km great-circle between GOBD and KVNY.
Which aircraft suits Dakar → Los Angeles?
A Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 2469 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 → USA: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.