Airport Comparison
Dakar (DKR) to Erigavo (ERA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Erigavo Airport (ERA) in Erigavo, Somalia is 7,030 kilometers (4,369 miles / 3,796 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east at a heading of 85°.
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 Somalia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:06 in Dakar, it's 14:06 in Erigavo. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,635 feet between the two airports. Erigavo Airport sits higher than Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Erigavo (ERA) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 281° (west 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 Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) and Erigavo Airport (ERA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.