The flight distance from Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) in Fort Irwin/Barstow, United States to Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal is 9,870 kilometers (6,133 miles / 5,330 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east northeast at a heading of 73°.

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 11:55 in Fort Irwin/Barstow, it's 19:55 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 2,265 feet between the two airports. Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport sits lower than Bicycle Lake Army Air Field.

The return flight from Dakar (DKR) to Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) follows a heading of 306° (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 Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) and Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.