The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Garasa Airport (GRL) in Au, Papua New Guinea is 18,187 kilometers (11,301 miles / 9,820 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying east northeast at a heading of 67°.

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 Senegal with Papua New Guinea. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:15 in Dakar, it's 08:15 in Au. With a 10-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 2,454 feet between the two airports. Garasa Airport sits higher than Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport.

The return flight from Au (GRL) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 296° (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 Garasa Airport (GRL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.