Airport Comparison
Dakar (DKR) to Grootfontein (GFY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Grootfontein Airport (GFY) in Grootfontein, Namibia is 5,455 kilometers (3,389 miles / 2,945 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southeast at a heading of 133°.
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 Namibia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:32 in Dakar, it's 09:32 in Grootfontein.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,551 feet between the two airports. Grootfontein Airport sits higher than Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport.
The return flight from Grootfontein (GFY) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 312° (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 Grootfontein Airport (GFY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.