Airport Comparison
| DAR | IKU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Issyk-Kul International Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | IKU |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | UCFL |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Tamchy |
| Country | Tanzania | Kyrgyzstan |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Asia/Bishkek |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 5,426 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 42.590000, 76.710000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Tamchy (IKU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Issyk-Kul International Airport (IKU) in Tamchy, Kyrgyzstan is 6,681 kilometers (4,151 miles / 3,607 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.
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 Kyrgyzstan. 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 22:46 in Dar es Salaam, it's 01:46 in Tamchy. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,244 feet between the two airports. Issyk-Kul International Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Tamchy (IKU) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 224° (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 Issyk-Kul International Airport (IKU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.