The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Shimla Airport (SLV) in Shimla Airport, India is 5,833 kilometers (3,624 miles / 3,149 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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 India. 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 13:59 in Dar es Salaam, it's 16:29 in Shimla Airport.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,890 feet between the two airports. Shimla 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 Shimla Airport (SLV) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 230° (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 Shimla Airport (SLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.