The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Luang Namtha Airport (LXG) in Luang Namtha, Laos is 12,253 kilometers (7,614 miles / 6,616 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Senegal with Laos. 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 03:19 in Dakar, it's 10:19 in Luang Namtha. 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 1,883 feet between the two airports. Luang Namtha Airport sits higher than Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport.

The return flight from Luang Namtha (LXG) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 296° (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 Luang Namtha Airport (LXG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.