Airport Comparison
| DAR | ELS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Ben Schoeman Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | ELS |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | FAEL |
| City | Dar es Salaam | East London |
| Country | Tanzania | South Africa |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 435 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | -33.040000, 27.830000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to East London (ELS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Ben Schoeman Airport (ELS) in East London, South Africa is 3,137 kilometers (1,949 miles / 1,694 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 200°.
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 Tanzania with South Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:37 in Dar es Salaam, it's 00:37 in East London.
The return flight from East London (ELS) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 24° (north 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 Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) and Ben Schoeman Airport (ELS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.