Airport Comparison
| DAR | VNS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | VNS |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | VEBN |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Varanasi |
| Country | Tanzania | India |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Asia/Kolkata |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 270 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 25.450000, 82.860000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Varanasi (VNS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (VNS) in Varanasi, India is 5,931 kilometers (3,685 miles / 3,203 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.
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 India. 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 17:39 in Dar es Salaam, it's 20:09 in Varanasi.
The return flight from Varanasi (VNS) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 239° (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 Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (VNS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.