Airport Comparison
| DAR | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | RUH |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | OERK |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Riyadh |
| Country | Tanzania | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 3,632 kilometers (2,257 miles / 1,961 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 13°.
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 Saudi Arabia. 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 08:58 in Dar es Salaam, it's 08:58 in Riyadh.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,867 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 194° (south 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 King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.