Direct (nonstop) flights from Dakar to Sal

3 airlines fly nonstop from Blaise Diagne Interantional Airport (DSS) to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID). It's 416 miles (669 km), about 1h 20m in the air. Operated by Air Senegal, Luxair, TUI fly Belgium.

DSS
Blaise Diagne Interantional Airport
🇸🇳 Dakar, Senegal
SID
Amilcar Cabral International Airport
🇨🇻 Sal, Cape Verde
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
416 mi
669 km
CO₂/pax
77 kg
−55 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Air Senegal +2
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Air Senegal Air Senegal Luxair Luxair TUI fly Belgium TUI fly Belgium

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Senegal HC Air Senegal
Route
DSS → SID
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
416 mi
Luxair LG Luxair
Route
DSS → SID
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
416 mi
TUI fly Belgium TB TUI fly Belgium
Route
DSS → SID
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
416 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dakar to Sal with one stop · direct emits 77 kg CO₂ per passenger

DSS BJL (Banjul) SID
Leg 1: 45m (95 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (480 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 132 kg CO₂ (+71% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → BJL
45m · 95 mi
View DSS to BJL flights →
Leg 2
BJL → SID
2h 5m · 480 mi
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DSS RAI (Praia) SID
Leg 1: 2h (429 mi) Leg 2: 50m (128 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 128 kg CO₂ (+66% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → RAI
2h · 429 mi
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Leg 2
RAI → SID
50m · 128 mi
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DSS LPA (Las Palmas) SID
Leg 1: 2h 15m (918 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (909 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 363 kg CO₂ (+371% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → LPA
2h 15m · 918 mi
View DSS to LPA flights →
Leg 2
LPA → SID
2h 25m · 909 mi
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DSS CMN (Casablanca) SID
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,417 mi) Leg 2: 3h 50m (1,492 mi) Total: ~7h 🍃 517 kg CO₂ (+571% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → CMN
3h 10m · 1,417 mi
View DSS to CMN flights →
Leg 2
CMN → SID
3h 50m · 1,492 mi
View CMN to SID flights →
DSS LIS (Lisbon) SID
Leg 1: 4h (1,728 mi) Leg 2: 4h 10m (1,732 mi) Total: ~8h 10m 🍃 610 kg CO₂ (+692% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DSS → LIS
4h · 1,728 mi
View DSS to LIS flights →
Leg 2
LIS → SID
4h 10m · 1,732 mi
View LIS to SID flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dakar to Sal?

A nonstop flight from Dakar (DSS) to Sal (SID) takes approximately 1 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 416 miles (669 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dakar to Sal?

3 airlines: Air Senegal, Luxair, TUI fly Belgium.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dakar to Sal?

Yes. 3 airlines: Air Senegal, Luxair, TUI fly Belgium.

How far is Dakar from Sal?

The flight distance from Dakar to Sal is 416 miles (669 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What is the time difference between Dakar and Sal?

Sal is 1 hour behind Dakar. (Africa/Dakar vs Atlantic/Cape_Verde.)

What type of aircraft flies from Dakar to Sal?

At 1h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Senegal to Cape Verde?

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

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

Roughly 77 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 385 km.

Is the return flight from Sal 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 Sal?

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.