Airport Comparison
Dakar (DKR) to Chicago/West Chicago (DPA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Dupage Airport (DPA) in Chicago/West Chicago, United States is 7,336 kilometers (4,559 miles / 3,961 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.
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 Senegal with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:14 in Dakar, it's 00:14 in Chicago/West Chicago. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Chicago/West Chicago (DPA) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 91° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) and Dupage Airport (DPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.