Distance from Kigali to Dakar Department
The distance between Kigali, Rwanda and Dakar Department, Senegal is 5,548 km (3,447 miles) in a straight line. If a road route exists, expect roughly 6935 km (4309 miles) by car — around 86 h 41 min of driving.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Straight-line distance | 5,548 km / 3,447 mi |
| Road distance (estimate) | ≈ 6935 km / 4309 mi |
| Driving time (estimate) | ≈ 86 h 41 min |
| Flight time (estimate) | ≈ 7 h 2 min |
Road distance and travel times are estimates based on the straight-line distance (road factor 1.25, average speed 80 km/h) — actual routes vary.
| Place | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Kigali, Rwanda | -1.9449562 | 30.0620453 |
| Dakar Department, Senegal | 14.71403 | -17.45534 |
Frequently asked questions
How far is Dakar Department from Kigali?
The straight-line (air) distance from Kigali, Rwanda to Dakar Department, Senegal is 5,548 km (3,447 miles). By road it is roughly 6935 km (4309 miles), depending on the route.
How long does it take to drive from Kigali to Dakar Department?
Approximately 86 h 41 min, assuming an 80 km/h average over an estimated road distance of 6935 km. Actual time depends on the route, traffic and border crossings.
How long is the flight from Kigali to Dakar Department?
A direct flight covers 5,548 km in about 7 h 2 min at typical cruise speed, plus airport time. Not all city pairs have direct flights.
How do I calculate distances for a whole list of locations?
Upload a CSV or Excel spreadsheet to the batch distance calculator — it computes the distance for every origin–destination row at once. The first records are free to try.
Related distances
Distance from Dakar Department to Kigali (reverse route)
GPS coordinates of Kigali GPS coordinates of Dakar Department