Airport Comparison
| DAR | VXC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Lichinga Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | VXC |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | FQLC |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Lichinga |
| Country | Tanzania | Mozambique |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Africa/Maputo |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 4,505 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | -13.270000, 35.270000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Lichinga (VXC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Lichinga Airport (VXC) in Lichinga, Mozambique is 831 kilometers (516 miles / 448 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 211°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Tanzania with Mozambique. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:14 in Dar es Salaam, it's 19:14 in Lichinga.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,323 feet between the two airports. Lichinga Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.
The return flight from Lichinga (VXC) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 32° (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 Lichinga Airport (VXC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.