The flight distance from Buon Ma Thuot Airport (BMV) in Buon Ma Thuot, Vietnam to Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal is 13,296 kilometers (8,262 miles / 7,179 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west northwest at a heading of 295°.

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 Vietnam with Senegal. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:18 in Buon Ma Thuot, it's 06:18 in Dakar. With a 7-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 1,644 feet between the two airports. Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport sits lower than Buon Ma Thuot Airport.

The return flight from Dakar (DKR) to Buon Ma Thuot (BMV) follows a heading of 66° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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