Airport Comparison
| DAR | LCD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Louis Trichardt Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | LCD |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | FALO |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Louis Trichardt |
| Country | Tanzania | South Africa |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 3,025 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | -23.060000, 29.860000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Louis Trichardt (LCD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Louis Trichardt Airport (LCD) in Louis Trichardt, South Africa is 2,058 kilometers (1,279 miles / 1,111 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 208°.
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 South Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:55 in Dar es Salaam, it's 15:55 in Louis Trichardt.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,843 feet between the two airports. Louis Trichardt Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.
The return flight from Louis Trichardt (LCD) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 31° (north 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 Louis Trichardt Airport (LCD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.