The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Zaria Airport (ZAR) in Zaria, Nigeria is 4,021 kilometers (2,498 miles / 2,171 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.

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 Nigeria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:02 in Dar es Salaam, it's 23:02 in Zaria.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,988 feet between the two airports. Zaria Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.

The return flight from Zaria (ZAR) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 118° (east southeast). 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 Zaria Airport (ZAR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.