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Airport Comparison
| DAR | SMS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Sainte Marie Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | SMS |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | FMMS |
| City | Dar es Salaam | N/A |
| Country | Tanzania | Madagascar |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Indian/Antananarivo |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 7 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | -17.090000, 49.820000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Sainte Marie Airport (SMS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Sainte Marie Airport (SMS) in Sainte Marie Airport, Madagascar is 1,618 kilometers (1,006 miles / 874 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southeast at a heading of 135°.
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 Madagascar. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:23 in Dar es Salaam, it's 12:23 in Sainte Marie Airport.
The return flight from Sainte Marie Airport (SMS) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 313° (northwest). 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 Sainte Marie Airport (SMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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