Airport Comparison
Dakar (DKR) to Port Heiden (PTH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Port Heiden Airport (PTH) in Port Heiden, United States is 11,273 kilometers (7,005 miles / 6,087 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.
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 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 15:42 in Dakar, it's 06:42 in Port Heiden. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Port Heiden (PTH) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 38° (northeast). 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 Port Heiden Airport (PTH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.