Airport Comparison
| DAR | LKG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Lokichoggio Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | LKG |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | HKLK |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Lokichoggio |
| Country | Tanzania | Kenya |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Africa/Nairobi |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 2,074 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 4.200000, 34.350000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Lokichoggio (LKG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Lokichoggio Airport (LKG) in Lokichoggio, Kenya is 1,345 kilometers (835 miles / 726 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Tanzania with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:22 in Dar es Salaam, it's 15:22 in Lokichoggio.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,892 feet between the two airports. Lokichoggio Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.
The return flight from Lokichoggio (LKG) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 156° (south 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 Lokichoggio Airport (LKG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.