Airport Comparison
| DAR | KMX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | King Khaled Air Base |
| IATA Code | DAR | KMX |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | OEKM |
| City | Dar es Salaam | N/A |
| Country | Tanzania | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 6,778 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 18.300000, 42.800000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to King Khaled Air Base (KMX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to King Khaled Air Base (KMX) in King Khaled Air Base, Saudi Arabia is 2,828 kilometers (1,757 miles / 1,527 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north at a heading of 8°.
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 Saudi Arabia. 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 00:34 in Dar es Salaam, it's 00:34 in King Khaled Air Base.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,596 feet between the two airports. King Khaled Air Base sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from King Khaled Air Base (KMX) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 188° (south). 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 King Khaled Air Base (KMX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.