Airport Comparison
| DAR | GFY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Grootfontein Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | GFY |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | FYGF |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Grootfontein |
| Country | Tanzania | Namibia |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Africa/Windhoek |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 4,636 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | -19.600000, 18.120000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Grootfontein (GFY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Grootfontein Airport (GFY) in Grootfontein, Namibia is 2,679 kilometers (1,665 miles / 1,447 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southwest at a heading of 236°.
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 Namibia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:50 in Dar es Salaam, it's 12:50 in Grootfontein.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,454 feet between the two airports. Grootfontein Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.
The return flight from Grootfontein (GFY) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 61° (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 Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) and Grootfontein Airport (GFY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.