Charter Cotonou to Dakar privately from US$32,000, about 3h 21m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
We fly Cotonou (COO) ⇄ Dakar (DKR) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Cotonou and Dakar is about 2,361 km (1,467 miles), or 1,275 nautical miles.
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Expect US$32,000 – US$87,500 for a one-way charter between Cotonou and Dakar, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 21m | 3h 01m – 3h 41m | US$45,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 07m | 2h 48m – 3h 26m | US$62,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 21m | US$45,500 – US$63,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 19m | US$50,000 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 11m | US$54,500 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 07m | US$62,500 – US$87,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 07m | US$69,000 – US$96,500 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 11m | US$75,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Charter pricing on Cotonou–Dakar moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Cotonou, Benin: Cotonou Cadjehoun International Airport.
Dakar, Senegal: Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport, Blaise Diagne International Airport and Thiès Airport.
| Cotonou Cadjehoun International Airport | Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | DBBB / COO | GOOY / DKR |
| Longest hard runway | 7,906 ft | 11,450 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 19 ft | 85 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 4,706 ft spare |
2,180 km 772 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 5,006 ft spare |
2,410 km 542 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 4,406 ft spare |
3,700 km 748 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 4,628 ft spare |
3,650 km 698 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 3,706 ft spare |
3,900 km 948 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 2,330 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,648 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 2,976 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,974 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 3,006 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,448 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 3,214 ft spare |
7,220 km 4,268 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 2,466 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,448 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 2,606 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,848 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 3,116 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,448 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,906 ft spare |
14,260 km 11,308 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 2,106 ft spare |
11,112 km 8,160 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,906 ft spare |
12,960 km 10,008 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 3,106 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,993 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Blaise Diagne International Airport (11,483 ft, 44 km) · Thiès Airport (6,200 ft, 57 km)
Guide pricing on Cotonou–Dakar is published clearly: US$32,000 – US$87,500. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Pets are welcome on every Cotonou–Dakar charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
The Cotonou to Dakar route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$32,000 – US$87,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 3h 21m gate to gate over 2,361 km (1,467 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Cotonou–Dakar charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
