Airport Comparison
| DAR | PCP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Principe Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | PCP |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | FPPR |
| City | Dar es Salaam | N/A |
| Country | Tanzania | São Tomé and Príncipe |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Africa/Sao_Tome |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 591 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 1.660000, 7.410000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Principe Airport (PCP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Principe Airport (PCP) in Principe Airport, São Tomé and Príncipe is 3,653 kilometers (2,270 miles / 1,973 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 284°.
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 São Tomé and Príncipe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:14 in Dar es Salaam, it's 02:14 in Principe Airport. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Principe Airport (PCP) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 105° (east 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 Principe Airport (PCP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.