Airport Comparison
| DAR | NGQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Ngari Gunsa Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | NGQ |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | ZUAL |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Shiquanhe |
| Country | Tanzania | China |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 14,022 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 32.100000, 80.050000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Shiquanhe (NGQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Ngari Gunsa Airport (NGQ) in Shiquanhe, China is 6,124 kilometers (3,805 miles / 3,307 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Tanzania with China. 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 18:08 in Dar es Salaam, it's 23:08 in Shiquanhe. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 13,840 feet between the two airports. Ngari Gunsa 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 Shiquanhe (NGQ) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 232° (southwest). 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 Ngari Gunsa Airport (NGQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.