Airport Comparison
| DAR | SKO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | SKO |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | DNSO |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Sokoto |
| Country | Tanzania | Nigeria |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Africa/Lagos |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 1,010 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 12.920000, 5.210000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Sokoto (SKO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport (SKO) in Sokoto, Nigeria is 4,353 kilometers (2,705 miles / 2,350 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.
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 Nigeria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:05 in Dar es Salaam, it's 10:05 in Sokoto.
The return flight from Sokoto (SKO) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 118° (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 Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport (SKO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.