Direct (nonstop) flights from Dakar to Madrid

1 airline flys nonstop from Blaise Diagne Interantional Airport (DSS) to Barajas (MAD). It's 1,955 miles (3,147 km), about 4h 25m in the air. Operated by Iberia.

DSS
Blaise Diagne Interantional Airport
🇸🇳 Dakar, Senegal
MAD
Barajas
🇪🇸 Madrid, Spain
Flight Time
4h 25m
Distance
1,955 mi
3,147 km
CO₂/pax
330 kg
−35 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Iberia
Time Diff
+2h
Operated by Iberia Iberia

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Iberia IB Iberia
Route
DSS → MAD
Flight Time
4h 25m
Distance
1,955 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dakar to Madrid with one stop · direct emits 330 kg CO₂ per passenger

DSS CMN (Casablanca) MAD
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,417 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (539 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 365 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → CMN
3h 10m · 1,417 mi
View DSS to CMN flights →
Leg 2
CMN → MAD
1h 45m · 539 mi
View CMN to MAD flights →
DSS LPA (Las Palmas) MAD
Leg 1: 2h 15m (918 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (1,096 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 380 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → LPA
2h 15m · 918 mi
View DSS to LPA flights →
Leg 2
LPA → MAD
2h 45m · 1,096 mi
View LPA to MAD flights →
DSS LIS (Lisbon) MAD
Leg 1: 4h (1,728 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (319 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 376 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → LIS
4h · 1,728 mi
View DSS to LIS flights →
Leg 2
LIS → MAD
1h 20m · 319 mi
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DSS ALG (Algiers) MAD
Leg 1: 4h 20m (1,965 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (450 mi) Total: ~6h 5m 🍃 440 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → ALG
4h 20m · 1,965 mi
View DSS to ALG flights →
Leg 2
ALG → MAD
1h 45m · 450 mi
View ALG to MAD flights →
DSS TLS (Toulouse) MAD
Leg 1: 5h (2,273 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (334 mi) Total: ~6h 25m 🍃 471 kg CO₂ (+43% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → TLS
5h · 2,273 mi
View DSS to TLS flights →
Leg 2
TLS → MAD
1h 25m · 334 mi
View TLS to MAD flights →

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MAD → DSS: Flights from Madrid to Dakar

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dakar to Madrid?

A nonstop flight from Dakar (DSS) to Madrid (MAD) takes approximately 4 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 1,955 miles (3,147 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dakar to Madrid?

Just Iberia.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dakar to Madrid?

Yes. 1 airline: Iberia.

How far is Dakar from Madrid?

The flight distance from Dakar to Madrid is 1,955 miles (3,147 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What is the time difference between Dakar and Madrid?

Madrid is 2 hours ahead of Dakar. (Africa/Dakar vs Europe/Madrid.)

What type of aircraft flies from Dakar to Madrid?

At 4h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Senegal to Spain?

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

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

Roughly 330 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,650 km.

Is the return flight from Madrid to Dakar also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

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

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.