Airport Comparison
| DAR | RCB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Richards Bay Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | RCB |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | FARB |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Richards Bay |
| Country | Tanzania | South Africa |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 109 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | -28.740000, 32.090000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Richards Bay (RCB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Richards Bay Airport (RCB) in Richards Bay, South Africa is 2,543 kilometers (1,580 miles / 1,373 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southwest at a heading of 196°.
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 16:22 in Dar es Salaam, it's 15:22 in Richards Bay.
The return flight from Richards Bay (RCB) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 18° (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 Richards Bay Airport (RCB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.