A private jet from Dakar to Lagos covers about 2,400 km in roughly 3h 30m–4h 45m. Plan around DSS to LOS and a midsize or super-midsize jet, subject to payload, permits, runway, weather and live availability.
- Direct distance1,297 NM2,402 km great-circle
- Fastest in the air3h 22mGulfstream G450
- Estimates fromUS$ 20,400one-way, 4 passengers
- Aircraft that fit14types priced below
What a private jet from Dakar to Lagos costs
Every aircraft below can fly DSS–LOS non-stop off the runways at both ends. Prices are computed live from aircraft performance, fuel burn, airport fees and the cost of positioning the aircraft to Dakar — one-way, 4 passengers.
| Aircraft | Class | Seats | Flight time | Estimate, one-way |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Air 350i | Turboprop | 10 | 4h 59m | US$ 20,400 |
| Hawker 800XP | Midsize jet | 8 | 3h 40m | US$ 25,100 |
| Citation CJ3+ | Light jet | 7 | 3h 48m | US$ 26,500 |
| Pilatus PC-12 NG | Turboprop | 8 | 5h 34m | US$ 29,200 |
| Citation XLS+ | Midsize jet | 9 | 3h 37m | US$ 29,400 |
| King Air C90GTx | Turboprop | 6 | 6h 33m | US$ 33,200 |
| Embraer Phenom 300 | Light jet | 8 | 3h 34m | US$ 35,800 |
| Learjet 45XR | Light jet | 8 | 3h 33m | US$ 42,200 |
Airports on the Dakar–Lagos route
| Airport | ICAO | IATA | Runway |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blaise Diagne International AirportDakar | GOBD |
DSS |
11,483 ft |
| Murtala Muhammed International AirportLagos | DNMM |
LOS |
12,794 ft |
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*Computed estimate, not a quote. Figures move with aircraft availability, positioning and fuel. Single-engine piston aircraft are left out of route guides — the search tool still prices them if you want the absolute cheapest option. Estimates refresh twice daily.
Why this route earns a guide
This is a major commercial corridor in the less commonly published direction from Dakar. It is not a generic city pair: the useful itinerary depends on the operating detail below.
Airport decision
Blaise Diagne is outside central Dakar; Lagos handling should be explicit.


Quote factors for this mission
The live price reflects positioning, passenger and baggage load, date, handling, permits, parking, crew duty and whether the aircraft waits. Send the exact airport pair, onward transfer and return plan—not only the two city names.
Direct answers
How long is the flight?
Approximately 3h 30m–4h 45m nonstop; winds, routing and aircraft can change the final block time.
Which airports are used for a private jet from Dakar to Lagos?
DSS and LOS are the planning pair. Blaise Diagne is outside central Dakar; Lagos handling should be explicit.
What aircraft is suitable for a private jet from Dakar to Lagos?
A midsize or super-midsize jet is the starting point, then the operator validates payload, runway and conditions.
What should be confirmed before quoting?
build both city transfers into the door-to-door answer.
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