Airport Comparison
| DAR | MRK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Marco Island Executive Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | MRK |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | KMKY |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Marco Island |
| Country | Tanzania | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 5 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 26.000000, -81.700000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Marco Island (MRK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Marco Island Executive Airport (MRK) in Marco Island, United States is 13,423 kilometers (8,341 miles / 7,248 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west northwest at a heading of 296°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:37 in Dar es Salaam, it's 00:37 in Marco Island. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Marco Island (MRK) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 82° (east). 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 Marco Island Executive Airport (MRK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.