Airport Comparison
| DAR | DIN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Dien Bien Phu Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | DIN |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | VVDB |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Dien Bien Phu |
| Country | Tanzania | Vietnam |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 1,611 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 21.400000, 103.010000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Dien Bien Phu (DIN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Dien Bien Phu Airport (DIN) in Dien Bien Phu, Vietnam is 7,632 kilometers (4,742 miles / 4,121 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 64°.
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 Tanzania with Vietnam. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:15 in Dar es Salaam, it's 00:15 in Dien Bien Phu. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,429 feet between the two airports. Dien Bien Phu Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.
The return flight from Dien Bien Phu (DIN) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 253° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) and Dien Bien Phu Airport (DIN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.