Airport Comparison
| DKR | FXY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport | Forest City Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | DKR | FXY |
| ICAO Code | GOOY | KFXY |
| City | Dakar | Forest City |
| Country | Senegal | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 85 ft | 1,229 ft |
| Coordinates | 14.740000, -17.490000 | 43.230000, -93.620000 |
Dakar (DKR) to Forest City (FXY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Forest City Municipal Airport (FXY) in Forest City, United States is 7,776 kilometers (4,832 miles / 4,199 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.
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 08:21 in Dakar, it's 02:21 in Forest City. 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,144 feet between the two airports. Forest City Municipal Airport sits higher than Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport.
The return flight from Forest City (FXY) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 88° (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 Forest City Municipal Airport (FXY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.