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Distance from Dalian to Dakar

Straight line

12,710 km
7,897 mi · 6,863 NM

By road

12,794 km
7,950 mi

Travel time

149 h 37 min
flight ≈ 16 h 23 min

Direction

NW 316°
initial bearing

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How far is Dalian from Dakar?

Dalian (China) and Dakar (Senegal) are very far apart: 12,710 km in a straight line, that is 7,897 miles or 6,863 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Dalian to Dakar is 12,794 km (7,950 miles), about 149 h 37 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road follows the straight line closely.

From Dalian, Dakar lies to the north-west (initial bearing 316°). The route crosses from China into Senegal. The halfway point is at 54.2071°, 35.8930°.

A direct flight would take about 16 h 23 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 Dalian from Dakar?

By road it is 12,794 km (7,950 miles) from Dalian to Dakar; in a straight line it is 12,710 km (7,897 miles).

How long is the drive from Dalian to Dakar?

About 149 h 37 min on the fastest route (12,794 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Dakar from Dalian?

Dakar is to the north-west of Dalian, at an initial bearing of 316°.

How long is the flight from Dalian to Dakar?

A direct flight would take about 16 h 23 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.