Airport Comparison
| DAR | LAO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Laoag International Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | LAO |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | RPLI |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Laoag City |
| Country | Tanzania | Philippines |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Asia/Manila |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 25 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 18.180000, 120.530000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Laoag City (LAO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Laoag International Airport (LAO) in Laoag City, Philippines is 9,339 kilometers (5,803 miles / 5,042 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 71°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Tanzania with Philippines. 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 07:37 in Dar es Salaam, it's 12:37 in Laoag City. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Laoag City (LAO) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 261° (west). 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 Laoag International Airport (LAO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.