The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Herat Airport (HEA) in Herat Airport, Afghanistan is 5,172 kilometers (3,213 miles / 2,792 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Tanzania with Afghanistan. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:36 in Dar es Salaam, it's 00:06 in Herat Airport.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,024 feet between the two airports. Herat Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.

The return flight from Herat Airport (HEA) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 212° (south southwest). 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 Herat Airport (HEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.