Airport Comparison
| BAM | DKR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Battle Mountain Airport | Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport |
| IATA Code | BAM | DKR |
| ICAO Code | KBAM | GOOY |
| City | Battle Mountain | Dakar |
| Country | United States | Senegal |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Africa/Dakar |
| Elevation | 4,536 ft | 85 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.600000, -116.870000 | 14.740000, -17.490000 |
Battle Mountain (BAM) to Dakar (DKR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Battle Mountain Airport (BAM) in Battle Mountain, United States to Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal is 9,715 kilometers (6,037 miles / 5,246 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 73°.
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 United States with Senegal. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:05 in Battle Mountain, it's 00:05 in Dakar. With a 8-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 4,451 feet between the two airports. Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport sits lower than Battle Mountain Airport.
The return flight from Dakar (DKR) to Battle Mountain (BAM) follows a heading of 311° (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 Battle Mountain Airport (BAM) and Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.