The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Shinyanga Airport (SHY) in Shinyanga, Tanzania is 5,975 kilometers (3,713 miles / 3,226 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east southeast at a heading of 106°.

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 Tanzania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:38 in Dakar, it's 01:38 in Shinyanga. 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 3,715 feet between the two airports. Shinyanga Airport sits higher than Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport.

The return flight from Shinyanga (SHY) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 291° (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 Shinyanga Airport (SHY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.