Airport Comparison
Dakar (DKR) to Young Airport (NGA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Young Airport (NGA) in Young Airport, Australia is 17,415 kilometers (10,821 miles / 9,404 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south southeast at a heading of 149°.
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 Australia. 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 18:50 in Dakar, it's 05:50 in Young Airport. With a 11-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 1,182 feet between the two airports. Young Airport sits higher than Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport.
The return flight from Young Airport (NGA) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 217° (southwest). 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 Young Airport (NGA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.