The flight distance from Wake Island Airfield (AWK) in Wake Island, UM to Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal is 16,205 kilometers (10,070 miles / 8,750 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north at a heading of 7°.

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 UM with Senegal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:22 in Wake Island, it's 22:22 in Dakar. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Dakar (DKR) to Wake Island (AWK) follows a heading of 353° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Wake Island Airfield (AWK) and Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.