Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Los Angeles ➔ Dakar
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~5,640 km
Average flight time
~6h 53m
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 Los Angeles and Dakar 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
Chartering privately between Van Nuys (KVNY) and Blaise Diagne (GOBD) removes connections entirely: 10,110 km non-stop in 11h28. Boarding at Signature Flight Support, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. Firm quote from a senior broker within 30 minutes, 24/7.
Departure and arrival airports
Van Nuys (KVNY)
On the departure side, Van Nuys (KVNY) serves Los Angeles from 34.21°N / 118.49°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Signature Flight Support; 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Beverly Hills / Malibu.
Blaise Diagne (GOBD)
Blaise Diagne (GOBD / DSS) is a major business field at 14.67°N / 17.07°W, Senegal. Runway: 3500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: AIBD Executive Handling. Helicopter link: Almadies / Saly.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 10,110 km · 5,459 NM
- Estimated block time
- 11h28
- Recommended aircraft
- Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Signature Flight Support — Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY)
- Arrival FBO
- AIBD Executive Handling — Blaise Diagne (GOBD / DSS)
- Departure runway
- 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 3500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Almadies / Saly
Seasonality & slots
Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.
Customs & formalities
International sector USA → Sénégal: 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 Los Angeles to Dakar?
About 11h28 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 10,110 km great-circle between KVNY and GOBD.
Which aircraft suits Los Angeles → Dakar?
A Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Van Nuys?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Signature Flight Support.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector USA → Sénégal: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.