Airport Comparison
| DAR | DRY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Drysdale River Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | DRY |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | YDRD |
| City | Dar es Salaam | N/A |
| Country | Tanzania | Australia |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Australia/Perth |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 360 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | -15.710000, 126.380000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Drysdale River Airport (DRY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Drysdale River Airport (DRY) in Drysdale River Airport, Australia is 9,501 kilometers (5,904 miles / 5,130 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 105°.
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 Tanzania with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:24 in Dar es Salaam, it's 02:24 in Drysdale River Airport. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Drysdale River Airport (DRY) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 264° (west). 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 Drysdale River Airport (DRY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.