Airport Comparison
| DKR | FBM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport | Lubumbashi International Airport |
| IATA Code | DKR | FBM |
| ICAO Code | GOOY | FZQA |
| City | Dakar | Lubumbashi |
| Country | Senegal | DR Congo |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar | Africa/Lubumbashi |
| Elevation | 85 ft | 4,295 ft |
| Coordinates | 14.740000, -17.490000 | -11.590000, 27.530000 |
Dakar (DKR) to Lubumbashi (FBM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) in Lubumbashi, DR Congo is 5,759 kilometers (3,578 miles / 3,110 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east southeast at a heading of 118°.
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 Senegal with DR Congo. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:52 in Dakar, it's 20:52 in Lubumbashi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,210 feet between the two airports. Lubumbashi International Airport sits higher than Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport.
The return flight from Lubumbashi (FBM) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 299° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) and Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.