Airport Comparison
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Soddu (SXU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Soddu Airport (SXU) in Soddu, Ethiopia is 1,532 kilometers (952 miles / 827 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 354°.
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 Ethiopia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:34 in Dar es Salaam, it's 20:34 in Soddu.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,218 feet between the two airports. Soddu Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Soddu (SXU) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 174° (south). 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 Soddu Airport (SXU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.