Dakar, Senegal → London, United Kingdom · ✈ 5h 58min · 🚗 71h 5min
2,362 nautical miles · Time difference: +1h ahead · Direction: northeast
The distance from Dakar to London is 4,374 km (2,718 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 5h 58min.
The straight-line distance from Dakar, Senegal to London, United Kingdom is approximately 4,374 kilometers (2,718 miles or 2,362 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
London is located northeast of Dakar. Dakar is in Africa, in the Dakar region of Senegal, while London is in Europe, in England, United Kingdom. This intercontinental route spans from Africa to Europe.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 4,374 km | ~5h 58min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Dakar to London. For 4,374 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Dakar sits at 14.7167°N, 17.4677°W, while London is located at 51.5074°N, 0.1278°W. The initial compass bearing from Dakar to London is 17° (NNE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Dakar heading roughly NNE. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 36.79° and the longitude difference is 17.34°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Dakar and London is approximately 33.3996°N, 10.6920°W. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 2,187 km from each city. On long-haul flights this point usually falls over open ocean or remote terrain, which is why in-flight maps often look "empty" mid-route.
London is roughly 1 hour ahead of Dakar. When it is 09:00 in Dakar, it is approximately 10:00 in London. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Dakar is a major city in Senegal with a population of approximately 1,146,053. Located in the Dakar region, it is an important hub in Africa. Dakar is a significant metropolitan area in Senegal with good domestic and international transport connections.
London is a notable city in United Kingdom with a population of approximately 8,982,000. Situated in the England region, it serves as a key destination in Europe. London is one of United Kingdom's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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4,374 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to crossing an ocean or continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
The 4,374 km between Dakar and London means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 14.6 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 5h 58min.
Combined, Dakar and London have a population of over 10,128,053 people, making this a major urban corridor.
This route crosses from Africa to Europe, spanning 1 timezone.
The straight-line distance from Dakar to London is approximately 4,374 kilometers (2,718 miles, 2,362 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 5h 58min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 71h 5min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
London is approximately +1h ahead compared to Dakar.
The estimated road distance is approximately 5,686 km, which is about 30% longer than the 4,374 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: May 17, 2026.