Airport Comparison
| DKR | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | DKR | SCL |
| ICAO Code | GOOY | SCEL |
| City | Dakar | Santiago |
| Country | Senegal | Chile |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 85 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 14.740000, -17.490000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Dakar (DKR) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 7,780 kilometers (4,834 miles / 4,201 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southwest at a heading of 225°.
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 Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:56 in Dakar, it's 07:56 in Santiago. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,470 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 56° (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 Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.