Private charter between Dakar and Ziguinchor starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Dakar (DKR) to Ziguinchor (ZIG) and Ziguinchor to Dakar — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Dakar and Ziguinchor is about 275 km (171 miles), or 149 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Dakar–Ziguinchor spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 57 min | 51 min – 1h 03m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 47 min | 42 min – 52 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 57 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 55 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 47 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 46 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 45 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Dakar–Ziguinchor charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Dakar, Senegal: Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport, Blaise Diagne International Airport and Thiès Airport.
Ziguinchor, Senegal: Ziguinchor Airport and Cap Skirring Airport.
| Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport | Ziguinchor Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | GOOY / DKR | GOGG / ZIG |
| Longest hard runway | 11,450 ft | 5,069 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 85 ft | 75 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,569 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,456 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,069 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,356 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,869 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,836 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,169 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,066 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,069 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,556 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,569 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,636 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,869 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,136 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,569 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,356 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,791 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,306 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 869 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,556 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 507 ft short |
4,600 km 4,256 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 139 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,582 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 169 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,056 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 377 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,876 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 371 ft short |
7,400 km 7,056 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 231 ft short |
7,800 km 7,456 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 279 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,056 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 931 ft short |
14,260 km 13,916 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 731 ft short |
11,112 km 10,768 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 931 ft short |
12,960 km 12,616 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 269 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,601 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) · Cap Skirring Airport (6,573 ft, 54 km)
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 57 min to your destination. That's the full journey.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
We publish the price band (US$8,000 – US$15,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Dakar to Ziguinchor.
Demand on Dakar–Ziguinchor comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 57 min gate to gate across the 275 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Dakar–Ziguinchor charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Dakar–Ziguinchor charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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