The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Kirkwall Airport (KOI) in Orkney Islands, United Kingdom is 8,218 kilometers (5,106 miles / 4,437 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

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 United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:23 in Dar es Salaam, it's 09:23 in Orkney Islands. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Orkney Islands (KOI) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 136° (southeast). 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 Kirkwall Airport (KOI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.