Airport Comparison
Dakar (DKR) to Parakou (PKO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Parakou Airport (PKO) in Parakou, Benin is 2,265 kilometers (1,407 miles / 1,223 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 103°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Senegal with Benin. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:49 in Dakar, it's 16:49 in Parakou.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,181 feet between the two airports. Parakou Airport sits higher than Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport.
The return flight from Parakou (PKO) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 287° (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 Parakou Airport (PKO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.