Question 1

How long does it take to send cargo from Nairobi to Dakar by air freight?

Accepted Answer

The quickest flight from Nairobi to Dakar takes around 9h 55m. Flights depart from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and arrive at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS).

Question 2

How often do planes fly between Nairobi and Dakar?

Accepted Answer

Scheduled flights between Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) depart 2-4 times a week. These flights are serviced by Kenya Airways, ASKY, Turkish Airlines, Air France and Ethiopian Airlines and the typical transit time is around 9h 55m.

Question 3

Do dedicated cargo planes (freighters) fly between Nairobi and Dakar?

Accepted Answer

No, it doesn't look like there are dedicated Cargo planes flying between Nairobi and Dakar. There are regular passenger aircraft however and they might be able to accommodate your cargo depending on its dimensions and weight.

Question 4

How long does it take to ship cargo from Nairobi to Dakar by road?

Accepted Answer

It will typically take around 5 days 17h to send cargo via road from Nairobi and Dakar. This duration does not factor in traffic, weather or other delays that may occur on route.

Question 5

What is the distance by road between Nairobi to Dakar?

Accepted Answer

The distance between Nairobi and Dakar by road is 8,432 Kilometres (5,239 Miles) and will typically take around 5 days 17h to drive (exluding including traffic and local conditions).

Question 6

What is the distance between Nairobi to Dakar by air?

Accepted Answer

The distance between Nairobi and Dakar by air is around 6,208 Kilometres (3,858 Miles). This distance is measured following typical flight paths between Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS).

Question 7

How much CO2 is produced when sending cargo by air from Nairobi to Dakar?

Accepted Answer

420kg CO₂e (per 100kg) is the estimated emissions output (CO2e) when sending cargo by air from Nairobi to Dakar. This is calculated by determining the total fuel burn output of various aircraft that typically fly this route and dividing it by the total available cargo capacity in KGs.

Operating carriers	Departure frequency	Aircraft types
Kenya Airways	2-4 times a week	Boeing 737-800 (winglets)
ASKY	2-4 times a week	Boeing 737MAX 8+1 others
Turkish Airlines	Every 1-2 days	Airbus A330-300+2 others
Air France	Every 1-2 days	Boeing 777-200 / 200ER+1 others
Ethiopian Airlines	Daily	Boeing 737MAX 8+7 others

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Operating carriers	Departure frequency	Vehicles
Truck Operator	N/A	Truck 40T
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