DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
3,983 km
2,475 miles
SHY
Shinyanga
Tanzania
Distance
3,983 km
2,475 mi / 2,150 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
219°
southwest

Airport Comparison

DXB SHY
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Shinyanga Airport
IATA Code DXB SHY
ICAO Code OMDB HTSY
City Dubai Shinyanga
Country United Arab Emirates Tanzania
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation 34 ft 3,800 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 -3.610000, 33.500000

Dubai (DXB) to Shinyanga (SHY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Shinyanga Airport (SHY) in Shinyanga, Tanzania is 3,983 kilometers (2,475 miles / 2,150 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southwest at a heading of 219°.

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 United Arab Emirates with Tanzania. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:59 in Dubai, it's 19:59 in Shinyanga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,766 feet between the two airports. Shinyanga Airport sits higher than Dubai International Airport.

The return flight from Shinyanga (SHY) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 35° (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 Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Shinyanga Airport (SHY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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