The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Shire Airport (SHC) in Shire, Ethiopia is 2,333 kilometers (1,450 miles / 1,260 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

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 Ethiopia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:31 in Dar es Salaam, it's 04:31 in Shire.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,025 feet between the two airports. Shire Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Shire (SHC) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 177° (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 Shire Airport (SHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.