Airport Comparison
| DFW | TMS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport | Sao Tome International Airport |
| IATA Code | DFW | TMS |
| ICAO Code | KDFW | FPST |
| City | Dallas-Fort Worth | Sao Tome |
| Country | United States | São Tomé and Príncipe |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Africa/Sao_Tome |
| Elevation | 606 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 32.900000, -97.040000 | 0.380000, 6.710000 |
Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Sao Tome (TMS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) in Dallas-Fort Worth, United States to Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) in Sao Tome, São Tomé and Príncipe is 11,264 kilometers (6,999 miles / 6,082 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east at a heading of 82°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United States with São Tomé and Príncipe. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:06 in Dallas-Fort Worth, it's 10:06 in Sao Tome. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Sao Tome (TMS) to Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) follows a heading of 304° (west 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 Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.