The flight distance from Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar, Senegal to Tengchong Tuofeng Airport (TCZ) in Tengchong, China is 11,795 kilometers (7,329 miles / 6,369 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.

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 China. 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 17:55 in Dakar, it's 01:55 in Tengchong. With a 8-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 6,165 feet between the two airports. Tengchong Tuofeng 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 Tengchong (TCZ) to Dakar (DKR) follows a heading of 295° (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 Tengchong Tuofeng Airport (TCZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.