Direct (nonstop) flights from Praia to Dakar

3 airlines fly nonstop from Praia (RAI) to Blaise Diagne Interantional Airport (DSS). It's 429 miles (691 km), about 1h 20m in the air. Operated by Air Senegal, ASKY Airlines, FlexFlight.

RAI
Praia
🇨🇻 Praia, Cape Verde
DSS
Blaise Diagne Interantional Airport
🇸🇳 Dakar, Senegal
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
429 mi
691 km
CO₂/pax
79 kg
−90 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Air Senegal +2
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Air Senegal Air Senegal ASKY Airlines ASKY Airlines FlexFlight FlexFlight

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Senegal HC Air Senegal
Route
RAI → DSS
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
429 mi
ASKY Airlines KP ASKY Airlines
Route
RAI → DSS
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
429 mi
FlexFlight W2 FlexFlight
Route
RAI → DSS
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
429 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Praia to Dakar with one stop · direct emits 79 kg CO₂ per passenger

RAI OXB (Bissau) DSS
Leg 1: 1h 35m (567 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (213 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 169 kg CO₂ (+114% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAI → OXB
1h 35m · 567 mi
View RAI to OXB flights →
Leg 2
OXB → DSS
1h 5m · 213 mi
View OXB to DSS flights →
RAI SID (Sal) DSS
Leg 1: 50m (128 mi) Leg 2: 2h (416 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 126 kg CO₂ (+59% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAI → SID
50m · 128 mi
View RAI to SID flights →
Leg 2
SID → DSS
2h · 416 mi
View SID to DSS flights →
RAI CMN (Casablanca) DSS
Leg 1: 3h 35m (1,612 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,417 mi) Total: ~6h 50m 🍃 537 kg CO₂ (+580% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAI → CMN
3h 35m · 1,612 mi
View RAI to CMN flights →
Leg 2
CMN → DSS
3h 15m · 1,417 mi
View CMN to DSS flights →
RAI LIS (Lisbon) DSS
Leg 1: 4h 5m (1,859 mi) Leg 2: 4h 10m (1,728 mi) Total: ~8h 15m 🍃 631 kg CO₂ (+699% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAI → LIS
4h 5m · 1,859 mi
View RAI to LIS flights →
Leg 2
LIS → DSS
4h 10m · 1,728 mi
View LIS to DSS flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Praia to Dakar?

A nonstop flight from Praia (RAI) to Dakar (DSS) takes approximately 1 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 429 miles (691 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Praia to Dakar?

3 airlines: Air Senegal, ASKY Airlines, FlexFlight.

Is there a nonstop flight from Praia to Dakar?

Yes. 3 airlines: Air Senegal, ASKY Airlines, FlexFlight.

How far is Praia from Dakar?

The flight distance from Praia to Dakar is 429 miles (691 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 Praia and Dakar?

Dakar is 1 hour ahead of Praia. (Atlantic/Cape_Verde vs Africa/Dakar.)

What type of aircraft flies from Praia to Dakar?

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 Cape Verde to Senegal?

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

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

Roughly 79 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 395 km.

Is the return flight from Dakar to Praia 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 Praia to Dakar?

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 Praia for this flight?

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