Direct (nonstop) flights from Dakar to Ouagadougou

2 airlines fly nonstop from Blaise Diagne Interantional Airport (DSS) to Ouagadougou (OUA). It's 1,058 miles (1,703 km), about 3h 10m in the air. Operated by Air Senegal, ASKY Airlines.

DSS
Blaise Diagne Interantional Airport
🇸🇳 Dakar, Senegal
OUA
Ouagadougou
🇧🇫 Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,058 mi
1,703 km
CO₂/pax
179 kg
−43 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Air Senegal +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Senegal Air Senegal ASKY Airlines ASKY Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Senegal HC Air Senegal
Route
DSS → OUA
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,058 mi
ASKY Airlines KP ASKY Airlines
Route
DSS → OUA
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,058 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dakar to Ouagadougou with one stop · direct emits 179 kg CO₂ per passenger

DSS BKO (Bamako) OUA
Leg 1: 1h 50m (630 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (434 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 222 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → BKO
1h 50m · 630 mi
View DSS to BKO flights →
Leg 2
BKO → OUA
1h 20m · 434 mi
View BKO to OUA flights →
DSS CKY (Conakry) OUA
Leg 1: 1h 20m (421 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (844 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 259 kg CO₂ (+45% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → CKY
1h 20m · 421 mi
View DSS to CKY flights →
Leg 2
CKY → OUA
2h 15m · 844 mi
View CKY to OUA flights →
DSS ABJ (Abidjan) OUA
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,104 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (515 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 306 kg CO₂ (+71% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → ABJ
2h 50m · 1,104 mi
View DSS to ABJ flights →
Leg 2
ABJ → OUA
1h 35m · 515 mi
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DSS NIM (Niamey) OUA
Leg 1: 3h 30m (1,294 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (260 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 292 kg CO₂ (+63% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → NIM
3h 30m · 1,294 mi
View DSS to NIM flights →
Leg 2
NIM → OUA
1h 15m · 260 mi
View NIM to OUA flights →
DSS COO (Cotonou) OUA
Leg 1: 3h 30m (1,440 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (490 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 359 kg CO₂ (+101% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → COO
3h 30m · 1,440 mi
View DSS to COO flights →
Leg 2
COO → OUA
1h 30m · 490 mi
View COO to OUA flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dakar to Ouagadougou?

A nonstop flight from Dakar (DSS) to Ouagadougou (OUA) takes approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 1,058 miles (1,703 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dakar to Ouagadougou?

2 airlines: Air Senegal, ASKY Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dakar to Ouagadougou?

Yes. 2 airlines: Air Senegal, ASKY Airlines.

How far is Dakar from Ouagadougou?

The flight distance from Dakar to Ouagadougou is 1,058 miles (1,703 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Dakar to Ouagadougou?

At 3h 10m, 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 Burkina Faso?

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

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

Roughly 179 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 895 km.

Is the return flight from Ouagadougou 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 Ouagadougou?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. 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.