Airport Comparison
| DAR | NKS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Nkongsamba Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | NKS |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | FKAN |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Nkongsamba |
| Country | Tanzania | Cameroon |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Africa/Douala |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 2,641 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 4.950000, 9.930000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Nkongsamba (NKS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Nkongsamba Airport (NKS) in Nkongsamba, Cameroon is 3,505 kilometers (2,178 miles / 1,892 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 291°.
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 Cameroon. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:12 in Dar es Salaam, it's 13:12 in Nkongsamba.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,459 feet between the two airports. Nkongsamba Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.
The return flight from Nkongsamba (NKS) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 112° (east 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 Nkongsamba Airport (NKS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.