Airport Comparison
| BTE | DAR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sherbro International Airport | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport |
| IATA Code | BTE | DAR |
| ICAO Code | GFBN | HTDA |
| City | Bonthe | Dar es Salaam |
| Country | Sierra Leone | Tanzania |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Elevation | 14 ft | 182 ft |
| Coordinates | 7.530000, -12.520000 | -6.880000, 39.200000 |
Bonthe (BTE) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sherbro International Airport (BTE) in Bonthe, Sierra Leone to Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania is 5,955 kilometers (3,700 miles / 3,216 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east southeast at a heading of 104°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Sierra Leone with Tanzania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:37 in Bonthe, it's 04:37 in Dar es Salaam. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Bonthe (BTE) follows a heading of 285° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Sherbro International Airport (BTE) and Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.