Airport Comparison
| DAR | SIS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Sishen Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | SIS |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | FASS |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Sishen |
| Country | Tanzania | South Africa |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 3,848 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | -27.650000, 23.000000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Sishen (SIS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Sishen Airport (SIS) in Sishen, South Africa is 2,872 kilometers (1,785 miles / 1,551 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southwest at a heading of 215°.
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 15:53 in Dar es Salaam, it's 14:53 in Sishen.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,666 feet between the two airports. Sishen Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.
The return flight from Sishen (SIS) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 39° (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 Sishen Airport (SIS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.