Airport Comparison
| DKR | LYO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport | Lyons-Rice County Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | DKR | LYO |
| ICAO Code | GOOY | KLYO |
| City | Dakar | Lyons |
| Country | Senegal | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 85 ft | 1,692 ft |
| Coordinates | 14.740000, -17.490000 | 38.300000, -98.200000 |
Dakar (DKR) to Lyons (LYO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Lyons-Rice County Municipal Airport (LYO) in Lyons, United States is 8,198 kilometers (5,094 miles / 4,427 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.
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 21:26 in Dakar, it's 15:26 in Lyons. With a 6-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 1,607 feet between the two airports. Lyons-Rice County Municipal Airport sits higher than Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport.
The return flight from Lyons (LYO) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 84° (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 Lyons-Rice County Municipal Airport (LYO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.