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Airport Comparison
| DAR | MED | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | MED |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | OEMA |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Medina |
| Country | Tanzania | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 2,151 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 24.550000, 39.710000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Medina (MED) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED) in Medina, Saudi Arabia is 3,495 kilometers (2,172 miles / 1,887 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 1°.
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 Saudi Arabia. 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 18:35 in Dar es Salaam, it's 18:35 in Medina.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,969 feet between the two airports. Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.
The return flight from Medina (MED) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 181° (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 Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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