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Airport Comparison
| DAR | DIR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | DIR |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | HADR |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Dire Dawa |
| Country | Tanzania | Ethiopia |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 3,827 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 9.620000, 41.850000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Dire Dawa (DIR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR) in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia is 1,858 kilometers (1,155 miles / 1,003 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 9°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Tanzania with Ethiopia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:34 in Dar es Salaam, it's 06:34 in Dire Dawa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,645 feet between the two airports. Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.
The return flight from Dire Dawa (DIR) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 189° (south). 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 Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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