Airport Comparison
| DAR | NKL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Nkolo Fuma Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | NKL |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | FZAR |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Nkolo Fuma |
| Country | Tanzania | DR Congo |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Africa/Kinshasa |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 1,476 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | -5.450000, 14.830000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Nkolo Fuma (NKL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Nkolo Fuma Airport (NKL) in Nkolo Fuma, DR Congo is 2,699 kilometers (1,677 miles / 1,457 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west at a heading of 272°.
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 DR Congo. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:48 in Dar es Salaam, it's 00:48 in Nkolo Fuma.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,294 feet between the two airports. Nkolo Fuma Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.
The return flight from Nkolo Fuma (NKL) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 95° (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 Nkolo Fuma Airport (NKL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.