Airport Comparison
| DAR | SHJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Sharjah International Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | SHJ |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | OMSJ |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Sharjah |
| Country | Tanzania | United Arab Emirates |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Asia/Dubai |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 111 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 25.330000, 55.520000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Sharjah (SHJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates is 3,993 kilometers (2,481 miles / 2,156 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.
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 United Arab Emirates. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:31 in Dar es Salaam, it's 04:31 in Sharjah.
The return flight from Sharjah (SHJ) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 208° (south southwest). 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 Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.