Airport Comparison
| DAR | HGS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Hastings Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | HGS |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | GFHA |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Freetown |
| Country | Tanzania | Sierra Leone |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Africa/Freetown |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 60 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 8.400000, -13.130000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Freetown (HGS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Hastings Airport (HGS) in Freetown, Sierra Leone is 6,044 kilometers (3,756 miles / 3,264 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 286°.
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 Sierra Leone. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:14 in Dar es Salaam, it's 15:14 in Freetown. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Freetown (HGS) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 105° (east southeast). 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 Hastings Airport (HGS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.