Airport Comparison
| DAR | XKH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Xieng Khouang Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | XKH |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | VLXK |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Xieng Khouang |
| Country | Tanzania | Laos |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Asia/Vientiane |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 3,445 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 19.450000, 103.160000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Xieng Khouang (XKH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Xieng Khouang Airport (XKH) in Xieng Khouang, Laos is 7,585 kilometers (4,713 miles / 4,096 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.
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 Laos. 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 00:46 in Dar es Salaam, it's 04:46 in Xieng Khouang. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,263 feet between the two airports. Xieng Khouang Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.
The return flight from Xieng Khouang (XKH) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 254° (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 Xieng Khouang Airport (XKH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.