Airport Comparison
| DAR | SAW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Sabiha Gokcen International Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | SAW |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | LTFJ |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Istanbul |
| Country | Tanzania | Turkey |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Europe/Istanbul |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 312 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 40.900000, 29.310000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Istanbul (SAW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) in Istanbul, Turkey is 5,408 kilometers (3,360 miles / 2,920 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north at a heading of 350°.
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 Turkey. 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 11:57 in Dar es Salaam, it's 11:57 in Istanbul.
The return flight from Istanbul (SAW) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 167° (south 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 Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.