Airport Comparison
| DAR | LUN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Kenneth Kaunda International Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | LUN |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | FLKK |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Lusaka |
| Country | Tanzania | Zambia |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Africa/Lusaka |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 3,779 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | -15.330000, 28.450000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Lusaka (LUN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) in Lusaka, Zambia is 1,502 kilometers (933 miles / 811 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southwest at a heading of 230°.
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 Zambia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:18 in Dar es Salaam, it's 07:18 in Lusaka.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,597 feet between the two airports. Kenneth Kaunda International Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.
The return flight from Lusaka (LUN) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 52° (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 Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.