The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Thornhill Air Base (GWE) in Gweru, Zimbabwe is 6,425 kilometers (3,992 miles / 3,469 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 125°.

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 Zimbabwe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:36 in Dakar, it's 19:36 in Gweru.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,595 feet between the two airports. Thornhill Air Base sits higher than Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport.

The return flight from Gweru (GWE) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 303° (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 Thornhill Air Base (GWE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.