The flight distance from Balkhash Airport (BXH) in Balkhash, Kazakhstan to Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal is 9,003 kilometers (5,594 miles / 4,861 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 282°.

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 Kazakhstan 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 02:45 in Balkhash, it's 21:45 in Dakar. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,361 feet between the two airports. Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport sits lower than Balkhash Airport.

The return flight from Dakar (DKR) to Balkhash (BXH) follows a heading of 44° (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 Balkhash Airport (BXH) and Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.