Airport Comparison
| BFN | DKR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | J B M Hertzog International Airport | Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport |
| IATA Code | BFN | DKR |
| ICAO Code | FABL | GOOY |
| City | Bloemfontain | Dakar |
| Country | South Africa | Senegal |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Africa/Dakar |
| Elevation | 4,458 ft | 85 ft |
| Coordinates | -29.090000, 26.300000 | 14.740000, -17.490000 |
Bloemfontain (BFN) to Dakar (DKR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from J B M Hertzog International Airport (BFN) in Bloemfontain, South Africa to Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal is 6,772 kilometers (4,208 miles / 3,656 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting South Africa with Senegal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:19 in Bloemfontain, it's 07:19 in Dakar.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,373 feet between the two airports. Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport sits lower than J B M Hertzog International Airport.
The return flight from Dakar (DKR) to Bloemfontain (BFN) follows a heading of 136° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the J B M Hertzog International Airport (BFN) and Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.