Airport Comparison
| DAR | GDD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Gordon Downs Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | GDD |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | YGDN |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Gordon Downs |
| Country | Tanzania | Australia |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Australia/Perth |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 800 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | -18.680000, 128.590000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Gordon Downs (GDD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Gordon Downs Airport (GDD) in Gordon Downs, Australia is 9,699 kilometers (6,027 miles / 5,237 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 108°.
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 21:22 in Dar es Salaam, it's 02:22 in Gordon Downs. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Gordon Downs (GDD) 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 Gordon Downs Airport (GDD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.