The flight distance from Bukavu Kavumu Airport (BKY) in Bukavu Kavumu Airport, DR Congo to Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal is 5,438 kilometers (3,379 miles / 2,936 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west northwest at a heading of 292°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:20 in Bukavu Kavumu Airport, it's 19:20 in Dakar.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,558 feet between the two airports. Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport sits lower than Bukavu Kavumu Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Dakar (DKR) to Bukavu Kavumu Airport (BKY) follows a heading of 107° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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