Airport Comparison
| BHM | DKR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport | Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport |
| IATA Code | BHM | DKR |
| ICAO Code | KBHM | GOOY |
| City | Birmingham | Dakar |
| Country | United States | Senegal |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Africa/Dakar |
| Elevation | 650 ft | 85 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.560000, -86.750000 | 14.740000, -17.490000 |
Birmingham (BHM) to Dakar (DKR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) in Birmingham, United States to Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal is 7,204 kilometers (4,476 miles / 3,890 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east at a heading of 89°.
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 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 14:19 in Birmingham, it's 20:19 in Dakar. 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.
The return flight from Dakar (DKR) to Birmingham (BHM) follows a heading of 301° (west 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 Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) and Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.