Direct (nonstop) flights from Dakar to Dubai

1 airline flys nonstop from Blaise Diagne Interantional Airport (DSS) to Dubai International Airport (DXB). It's 4,716 miles (7,589 km), about 9h 20m in the air. Operated by Emirates.

DSS
Blaise Diagne Interantional Airport
🇸🇳 Dakar, Senegal
DXB
Dubai International Airport
🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Flight Time
9h 20m
Distance
4,716 mi
7,589 km
CO₂/pax
721 kg
−110 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Emirates
Time Diff
+4h
Operated by Emirates Emirates

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Emirates EK Emirates
Route
DSS → DXB
Flight Time
9h 20m
Distance
4,716 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dakar to Dubai with one stop · direct emits 721 kg CO₂ per passenger

DSS TUN (Tunis) DXB
Leg 1: 4h 40m (2,269 mi) Leg 2: 5h 35m (2,766 mi) Total: ~10h 15m 🍃 831 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → TUN
4h 40m · 2,269 mi
View DSS to TUN flights →
Leg 2
TUN → DXB
5h 35m · 2,766 mi
View TUN to DXB flights →
DSS CMN (Casablanca) DXB
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,417 mi) Leg 2: 7h 50m (3,785 mi) Total: ~11h 🍃 844 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → CMN
3h 10m · 1,417 mi
View DSS to CMN flights →
Leg 2
CMN → DXB
7h 50m · 3,785 mi
View CMN to DXB flights →
DSS ALG (Algiers) DXB
Leg 1: 4h 20m (1,965 mi) Leg 2: 6h 45m (3,155 mi) Total: ~11h 5m 🍃 839 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → ALG
4h 20m · 1,965 mi
View DSS to ALG flights →
Leg 2
ALG → DXB
6h 45m · 3,155 mi
View ALG to DXB flights →
DSS IST (Istanbul) DXB
Leg 1: 6h 50m (3,291 mi) Leg 2: 4h 25m (1,882 mi) Total: ~11h 15m 🍃 846 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → IST
6h 50m · 3,291 mi
View DSS to IST flights →
Leg 2
IST → DXB
4h 25m · 1,882 mi
View IST to DXB flights →
DSS FCO (Rome) DXB
Leg 1: 5h 30m (2,561 mi) Leg 2: 5h 53m (2,702 mi) Total: ~11h 23m 🍃 829 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → FCO
5h 30m · 2,561 mi
View DSS to FCO flights →
Leg 2
FCO → DXB
5h 53m · 2,702 mi
View FCO to DXB flights →

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DXB → DSS: Flights from Dubai to Dakar

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dakar to Dubai?

A nonstop flight from Dakar (DSS) to Dubai (DXB) takes approximately 9 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 4,716 miles (7,589 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dakar to Dubai?

Just Emirates.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dakar to Dubai?

Yes. 1 airline: Emirates.

How far is Dakar from Dubai?

The flight distance from Dakar to Dubai is 4,716 miles (7,589 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Rome.

What is the time difference between Dakar and Dubai?

Dubai is 4 hours ahead of Dakar. (Africa/Dakar vs Asia/Dubai.)

Will I experience jet lag flying from Dakar to Dubai?

Maybe mild — 4-hour difference. Most people adjust in a day or two.

What type of aircraft flies from Dakar to Dubai?

At 9h 20m, this route typically uses wide-body aircraft — Boeing 777, 787, or Airbus A330/A350. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Senegal to United Arab Emirates?

Depends on your passport. Check with the United Arab Emirates embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Dakar to Dubai?

Roughly 721 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 3,605 km.

Is the return flight from Dubai to Dakar also nonstop?

Check the DXB to DSS route page for return options.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dakar to Dubai?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Blaise Diagne Interantional Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.