The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Qianjiang Wulingshan Airport (JIQ) in Chongqing, China is 12,444 kilometers (7,732 miles / 6,719 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 China. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:23 in Dakar, it's 20:23 in Chongqing. With a 8-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 1,280 feet between the two airports. Qianjiang Wulingshan Airport sits higher than Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport.

The return flight from Chongqing (JIQ) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 303° (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 Qianjiang Wulingshan Airport (JIQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.