The flight distance from Bukoba Airport (BKZ) in Bukoba, Tanzania to Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal is 5,711 kilometers (3,549 miles / 3,084 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 290°.

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 Tanzania with Senegal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:13 in Bukoba, it's 15:13 in Dakar. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,660 feet between the two airports. Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport sits lower than Bukoba Airport.

The return flight from Dakar (DKR) to Bukoba (BKZ) follows a heading of 104° (east 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 Bukoba Airport (BKZ) and Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.