Airport Comparison
| DKR | LVS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport | Las Vegas Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | DKR | LVS |
| ICAO Code | GOOY | KLVS |
| City | Dakar | Las Vegas |
| Country | Senegal | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 85 ft | 6,877 ft |
| Coordinates | 14.740000, -17.490000 | 35.650000, -105.140000 |
Dakar (DKR) to Las Vegas (LVS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Las Vegas Municipal Airport (LVS) in Las Vegas, United States is 8,851 kilometers (5,500 miles / 4,779 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 304°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:35 in Dakar, it's 12:35 in Las Vegas. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,792 feet between the two airports. Las Vegas Municipal Airport 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 Las Vegas (LVS) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 79° (east). 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 Las Vegas Municipal Airport (LVS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.