Airport Comparison
| DAR | XIY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Xi'an Xianyang International Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | XIY |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | ZLXY |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Xianyang |
| Country | Tanzania | China |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 1,572 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 34.450000, 108.750000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Xianyang (XIY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) in Xianyang, China is 8,606 kilometers (5,347 miles / 4,647 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.
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 China. 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 14:24 in Dar es Salaam, it's 19:24 in Xianyang. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,390 feet between the two airports. Xi'an Xianyang International Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.
The return flight from Xianyang (XIY) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 252° (west 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 Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.