Airport Comparison
Dakar (DKR) to King Khaled Air Base (KMX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to King Khaled Air Base (KMX) in King Khaled Air Base, Saudi Arabia is 6,411 kilometers (3,984 miles / 3,462 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.
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 Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:47 in Dakar, it's 16:47 in King Khaled Air Base. 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 6,693 feet between the two airports. King Khaled Air Base sits higher than Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from King Khaled Air Base (KMX) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 276° (west). 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 King Khaled Air Base (KMX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.