Airport Comparison
| DAR | SWX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Shakawe Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | SWX |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | FBSW |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Shakawe |
| Country | Tanzania | Botswana |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Africa/Gaborone |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 3,379 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | -18.370000, 21.830000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Shakawe (SWX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Shakawe Airport (SWX) in Shakawe, Botswana is 2,274 kilometers (1,413 miles / 1,228 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southwest at a heading of 234°.
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 Botswana. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:28 in Dar es Salaam, it's 05:28 in Shakawe.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,197 feet between the two airports. Shakawe Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.
The return flight from Shakawe (SWX) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 58° (east northeast). 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 Shakawe Airport (SWX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.