The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Tobias Bolanos International Airport (SYQ) in San Jose, Costa Rica is 7,235 kilometers (4,496 miles / 3,907 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west at a heading of 274°.

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 Costa Rica. 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 09:12 in Dakar, it's 03:12 in San Jose. 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 3,202 feet between the two airports. Tobias Bolanos International Airport sits higher than Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SYQ) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 78° (east 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 Tobias Bolanos International Airport (SYQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.