The flight distance from Almaty International Airport (ALA) in Almaty, Kazakhstan to Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal is 9,247 kilometers (5,746 miles / 4,993 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 284°.

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 Kazakhstan with Senegal. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:22 in Almaty, it's 04:22 in Dakar. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,153 feet between the two airports. Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport sits lower than Almaty International Airport.

The return flight from Dakar (DKR) to Almaty (ALA) follows a heading of 47° (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 Almaty International Airport (ALA) and Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.