The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Niigata Airport (KIJ) in Niigata, Japan is 13,667 kilometers (8,492 miles / 7,380 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 22°.

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 Japan. 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 15:05 in Dakar, it's 00:05 in Niigata. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Niigata (KIJ) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 333° (north 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 Niigata Airport (KIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.