Airport Comparison
| DAR | VFA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Victoria Falls International Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | VFA |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | FVFA |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Victoria Falls |
| Country | Tanzania | Zimbabwe |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Africa/Harare |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 3,490 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | -18.100000, 25.840000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Victoria Falls (VFA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe is 1,911 kilometers (1,187 miles / 1,032 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southwest at a heading of 228°.
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 Zimbabwe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:07 in Dar es Salaam, it's 18:07 in Victoria Falls.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,308 feet between the two airports. Victoria Falls International Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.
The return flight from Victoria Falls (VFA) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 51° (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 Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.