Airport Comparison
| DAR | THB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Thaba-Tseka Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | THB |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | FXTA |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Thaba-Tseka |
| Country | Tanzania | Lesotho |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Africa/Maseru |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 7,500 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | -29.520000, 28.620000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Thaba-Tseka (THB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Thaba-Tseka Airport (THB) in Thaba-Tseka, Lesotho is 2,750 kilometers (1,709 miles / 1,485 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southwest at a heading of 202°.
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 Lesotho. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:54 in Dar es Salaam, it's 19:54 in Thaba-Tseka.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,318 feet between the two airports. Thaba-Tseka 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 Thaba-Tseka (THB) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 26° (north 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 Thaba-Tseka Airport (THB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.