Airport Comparison
| DAR | DKR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | DKR |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | GOOY |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Dakar |
| Country | Tanzania | Senegal |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Africa/Dakar |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 85 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 14.740000, -17.490000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Dakar (DKR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal is 6,695 kilometers (4,160 miles / 3,615 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 291°.
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 11:27 in Dar es Salaam, it's 08:27 in Dakar. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Dakar (DKR) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 107° (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 Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) and Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.