Airport Comparison
Dakar (DKR) to Matsaile (MSG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Matsaile Airport (MSG) in Matsaile, Lesotho is 7,010 kilometers (4,356 miles / 3,785 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 135°.
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 Lesotho. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:20 in Dakar, it's 16:20 in Matsaile.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,115 feet between the two airports. Matsaile Airport sits higher than Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Matsaile (MSG) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 308° (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 Matsaile Airport (MSG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.