Airport Comparison
| DAR | PNZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Senador Nilo Coelho Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | PNZ |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | SBPL |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Petrolina |
| Country | Tanzania | Brazil |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | America/Bahia |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 1,263 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | -9.360000, -40.570000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Petrolina (PNZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ) in Petrolina, Brazil is 8,767 kilometers (5,448 miles / 4,734 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west at a heading of 262°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Tanzania with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:48 in Dar es Salaam, it's 05:48 in Petrolina. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,081 feet between the two airports. Senador Nilo Coelho Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.
The return flight from Petrolina (PNZ) 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 Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.