The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Pukarua Airport (PUK) in Pukarua, French Polynesia is 13,585 kilometers (8,441 miles / 7,335 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 257°.

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 French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:16 in Dakar, it's 06:16 in Pukarua. With a 10-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 Pukarua (PUK) 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 Pukarua Airport (PUK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.