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Distance from Dakar to Baghdad

Straight line

6,525 km
4,055 mi · 3,523 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 8 h 39 min

Direction

ENE 60°
initial bearing

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How far is Dakar from Baghdad?

Dakar (Senegal) and Baghdad (Iraq) are very far apart: 6,525 km in a straight line, that is 4,055 miles or 3,523 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Dakar, Baghdad lies to the north-east (initial bearing 60°). The route crosses from Senegal into Iraq. The halfway point is at 27.4256°, 10.9692°.

A direct flight would take about 8 h 39 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Dakar from Baghdad?

The straight-line distance between Dakar and Baghdad is 6,525 km (4,055 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Baghdad from Dakar?

Baghdad is to the north-east of Dakar, at an initial bearing of 60°.

How long is the flight from Dakar to Baghdad?

A direct flight would take about 8 h 39 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.