Airport Comparison
| DKR | PHW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport | Hendrik Van Eck Airport |
| IATA Code | DKR | PHW |
| ICAO Code | GOOY | FAPH |
| City | Dakar | Phalaborwa |
| Country | Senegal | South Africa |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 85 ft | 1,432 ft |
| Coordinates | 14.740000, -17.490000 | -23.940000, 31.160000 |
Dakar (DKR) to Phalaborwa (PHW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Hendrik Van Eck Airport (PHW) in Phalaborwa, South Africa is 6,813 kilometers (4,233 miles / 3,679 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 129°.
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 South Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:19 in Dakar, it's 06:19 in Phalaborwa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,347 feet between the two airports. Hendrik Van Eck Airport sits higher than Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport.
The return flight from Phalaborwa (PHW) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 304° (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 Hendrik Van Eck Airport (PHW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.