Airport Comparison
| DKR | YKO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport | Yüksekova Selahaddin Eyyubi Airport |
| IATA Code | DKR | YKO |
| ICAO Code | GOOY | LTCW |
| City | Dakar | Yüksekova |
| Country | Senegal | Turkey |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar | Europe/Istanbul |
| Elevation | 85 ft | 6,096 ft |
| Coordinates | 14.740000, -17.490000 | 37.550000, 44.240000 |
Dakar (DKR) to Yüksekova (YKO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Yüksekova Selahaddin Eyyubi Airport (YKO) in Yüksekova, Turkey is 6,537 kilometers (4,062 miles / 3,530 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.
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 Turkey. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. 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 12:12 in Yüksekova. 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 6,011 feet between the two airports. Yüksekova Selahaddin Eyyubi Airport sits higher than Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Yüksekova (YKO) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 265° (west). 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 Yüksekova Selahaddin Eyyubi Airport (YKO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.