DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
5,244 km
3,258 miles
ZAR
Zaria
Nigeria
Distance
5,244 km
3,258 mi / 2,832 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
262°
west

Airport Comparison

DXB ZAR
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Zaria Airport
IATA Code DXB ZAR
ICAO Code OMDB DNZA
City Dubai Zaria
Country United Arab Emirates Nigeria
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Lagos
Elevation 34 ft 2,170 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 11.130000, 7.690000

Dubai (DXB) to Zaria (ZAR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Zaria Airport (ZAR) in Zaria, Nigeria is 5,244 kilometers (3,258 miles / 2,832 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west at a heading of 262°.

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 United Arab Emirates with Nigeria. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:51 in Dubai, it's 21:51 in Zaria. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,136 feet between the two airports. Zaria Airport sits higher than Dubai International Airport.

The return flight from Zaria (ZAR) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 66° (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 Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Zaria Airport (ZAR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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