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Distance from Karachi to Dakar

Straight line

8,792 km
5,463 mi · 4,748 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 29 min

Direction

W 281°
initial bearing

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How far is Karachi from Dakar?

Karachi (Pakistan) and Dakar (Senegal) are very far apart: 8,792 km in a straight line, that is 5,463 miles or 4,748 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Karachi, Dakar lies to the west (initial bearing 281°). The route crosses from Pakistan into Senegal. The halfway point is at 25.8914°, 23.1202°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 29 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 Karachi from Dakar?

The straight-line distance between Karachi and Dakar is 8,792 km (5,463 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Dakar from Karachi?

Dakar is to the west of Karachi, at an initial bearing of 281°.

How long is the flight from Karachi to Dakar?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 29 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.