Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Dakar ➔ Miami
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~1,860 km
Average flight time
~2h 16m
Recommended aircraft
Midsize Jet (Citation XLS, Hawker 900XP)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Dakar and Miami 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
Sector GOBD – KOPF is 6,651 km of direct routing, flown in 7h40 on a Gulfstream G650ER. The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Blaise Diagne (3500 m) and alternate fuel are validated. A helicopter connection to South Beach / Star Island 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.
Miami Opa-Locka (KOPF)
Miami Opa-Locka (KOPF / OPF) is a ultra-hub at 25.91°N / 80.28°W, USA. Runway: 2438 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: Fontainebleau Aviation. Helicopter link: South Beach / Star Island.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 6,651 km · 3,591 NM
- Estimated block time
- 7h40
- Recommended aircraft
- Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- AIBD Executive Handling — Blaise Diagne (GOBD / DSS)
- Arrival FBO
- Fontainebleau Aviation — Miami Opa-Locka (KOPF / OPF)
- Departure runway
- 3500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 2438 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- South Beach / Star Island
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 Miami?
About 7h40 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 6,651 km great-circle between GOBD and KOPF.
Which aircraft suits Dakar → Miami?
A Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 2438 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.