The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) in Kolwezi Airport, DR Congo is 1,565 kilometers (972 miles / 845 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west southwest at a heading of 253°.

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 DR Congo. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:17 in Dar es Salaam, it's 14:17 in Kolwezi Airport.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,825 feet between the two airports. Kolwezi Airport 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 Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 75° (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 Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.