Airport Comparison
| DAC | DKR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport | Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport |
| IATA Code | DAC | DKR |
| ICAO Code | VGHS | GOOY |
| City | Dhaka | Dakar |
| Country | Bangladesh | Senegal |
| Timezone | Asia/Dhaka | Africa/Dakar |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 85 ft |
| Coordinates | 23.840000, 90.400000 | 14.740000, -17.490000 |
Dhaka (DAC) to Dakar (DKR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) in Dhaka, Bangladesh to Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal is 11,089 kilometers (6,890 miles / 5,987 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west northwest at a heading of 291°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Bangladesh with Senegal. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:03 in Dhaka, it's 07:03 in Dakar. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Dakar (DKR) to Dhaka (DAC) follows a heading of 62° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Dhaka / Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) and Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.