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IAD → DKR
Which side of the plane to sit from Washington Dulles International Airport (Washington) to Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport (Dakar)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is slightly superior for this transatlantic crossing, offering better views of the Mid-Atlantic coastline during departure and a more scenic approach along the West African coast into Dakar.
Chesapeake Bay
Vast views of the bay's intricate drainage systems and the Delmarva Peninsula shortly after takeoff.
Atlantic City Skyline
Bright lights of the New Jersey coast as the flight transitions over the open Atlantic Ocean.
Northern Horizon
On clear nights, the lack of light pollution offers exceptional views of the stars and occasional auroral activity.
Sahara Coastline
As the sun rises, witness the dramatic meeting of the Mauritanian desert sands and the deep blue Atlantic.
Saint-Louis
Bird's-eye view of the historic island city and the Senegal River mouth during the descent.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine glare. Since most IAD-DKR flights are overnight, the Left Side will witness the sunrise over the ocean on your left. Keep your window shade down during the middle of the flight to help other passengers sleep, but open it as you approach the African coast for stunning morning desert views.
Potomac River
Beautiful views of the winding Potomac and the distant Washington D.C. monuments if the flight path tracks south.
Virginia Beach
The long, illuminated stretches of the Virginia and North Carolina coastline before heading out to sea.
Oceanic Sunrise
Direct views of the sun rising over the horizon, casting golden hues across the Atlantic.
Cap Vert Peninsula
The westernmost point of mainland Africa as the plane banks for its final approach.
Dakar Harbor
Views of the busy maritime traffic and the bustling urban sprawl of the Senegalese capital.
The Right Side is excellent for morning people who want to watch the sun rise directly from the horizon. During the final approach into DKR, this side often provides a better perspective of the dense urban layout of Dakar and the port area. Use a polarizing filter on your camera to cut through the ocean haze for sharper photos.
Distance: 6,401 km (3,977 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 32 min
Departure: IAD (38.94449997, -77.45580292)
Arrival: DKR (14.739700317382812, -17.49020004272461)
Route Type: International
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