Airport Comparison
| BSU | DAR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Basankusu Airport | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport |
| IATA Code | BSU | DAR |
| ICAO Code | FZEN | HTDA |
| City | Basankusu | Dar es Salaam |
| Country | DR Congo | Tanzania |
| Timezone | Africa/Kinshasa | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Elevation | 1,217 ft | 182 ft |
| Coordinates | 1.220000, 19.790000 | -6.880000, 39.200000 |
Basankusu (BSU) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Basankusu Airport (BSU) in Basankusu, DR Congo to Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania is 2,335 kilometers (1,451 miles / 1,261 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 113°.
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 DR Congo with Tanzania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:23 in Basankusu, it's 17:23 in Dar es Salaam.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,035 feet between the two airports. Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport sits lower than Basankusu Airport.
The return flight from Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Basankusu (BSU) follows a heading of 292° (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 Basankusu Airport (BSU) and Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.