Airport Comparison
| BLD | DKR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Boulder City Municipal Airport | Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport |
| IATA Code | BLD | DKR |
| ICAO Code | KBVU | GOOY |
| City | Boulder City | Dakar |
| Country | United States | Senegal |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Africa/Dakar |
| Elevation | 2,203 ft | 85 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.950000, -114.860000 | 14.740000, -17.490000 |
Boulder City (BLD) to Dakar (DKR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Boulder City Municipal Airport (BLD) in Boulder City, United States to Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal is 9,696 kilometers (6,025 miles / 5,235 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.
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 09:37 in Boulder City, it's 17:37 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 2,118 feet between the two airports. Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport sits lower than Boulder City Municipal Airport.
The return flight from Dakar (DKR) to Boulder City (BLD) follows a heading of 307° (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 Boulder City Municipal Airport (BLD) and Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.