Airport Comparison
| DAR | SMA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Santa Maria Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | SMA |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | LPAZ |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Vila do Porto |
| Country | Tanzania | Portugal |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Atlantic/Azores |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 308 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 36.970000, -25.170000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Vila do Porto (SMA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Santa Maria Airport (SMA) in Vila do Porto, Portugal is 8,259 kilometers (5,132 miles / 4,459 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.
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 Portugal. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:09 in Dar es Salaam, it's 17:09 in Vila do Porto. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Vila do Porto (SMA) 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 Santa Maria Airport (SMA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.