Airport Comparison
| DAR | TCZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Tengchong Tuofeng Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | TCZ |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | ZUTC |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Tengchong |
| Country | Tanzania | China |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 6,250 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 24.940000, 98.490000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Tengchong (TCZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Tengchong Tuofeng Airport (TCZ) in Tengchong, China is 7,322 kilometers (4,549 miles / 3,953 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.
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 China. 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 17:07 in Dar es Salaam, it's 22:07 in Tengchong. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,068 feet between the two airports. Tengchong Tuofeng 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 Tengchong (TCZ) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 249° (west 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 Tengchong Tuofeng Airport (TCZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.