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Distance from Addis Ababa to Dar es Salaam

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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Distance
1760 km
1094 miles
Flight Time
2h 12m
Direct flight (estimated)
Direction
South
From Addis Ababa
Time Difference
0 hour(s)
UTC+3 vs UTC+3

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City Information

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Addis Ababa

Ethiopia
Population: 5.2 million
Airport: Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Time Zone: UTC+3
Language: Amharic, English
Currency: Ethiopian Birr (ETB)
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Dar es Salaam

Tanzania
Population: 6.7 million
Airport: Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Time Zone: UTC+3
Language: Swahili, English
Currency: Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)

About This Route

The distance between Addis Ababa and Dar es Salaam is approximately 1760 kilometers (1094 miles) as the crow flies. This is the straight-line distance (great circle distance) calculated using the Haversine formula.

When traveling from Addis Ababa (ADD) to Dar es Salaam (DAR), you'll be heading south. The estimated flight time for a direct flight is approximately 2h 12m, based on an average commercial aircraft cruising speed of 800 km/h (500 mph).

Flight Information

From: Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) is the main international gateway serving Addis Ababa. The airport code is ADD.

To: Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) serves Dar es Salaam with code DAR.

Important: Actual flight times may vary based on wind conditions, flight paths, and whether the flight is direct or includes stops. Always check with airlines for exact schedules and routes.

About Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Ethiopia's capital and Africa's diplomatic capital, hosting the African Union headquarters. Situated at 2,355 meters elevation, it's one of the world's highest capital cities with a unique highland climate.

Top Attractions: Holy Trinity Cathedral, National Museum, Mercato (largest open-air market in Africa), Entoto Mountains, African Union headquarters

About Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Tanzania's largest city and major port on the Indian Ocean. While Dodoma is the capital, Dar es Salaam remains the country's commercial center and most populous city.

Top Attractions: National Museum, Village Museum, Kivukoni Fish Market, Coco Beach, Bongoyo Island

Travel Tips

  • Time Difference: Addis Ababa is in UTC+3 while Dar es Salaam is in UTC+3. Plan your communications accordingly.
  • Currency: Addis Ababa uses Ethiopian Birr (ETB) while Dar es Salaam uses Tanzanian Shilling (TZS). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travel.
  • Language: In Addis Ababa, Amharic, English is spoken. In Dar es Salaam, you'll hear Swahili, English.
  • Visa Requirements: Check our visa requirements tool for entry requirements between Ethiopia and Tanzania.

Alternative Routes

While the straight-line distance is 1760 km, actual flight paths may be longer due to air traffic routes, weather conditions, and航空regulations. Some flights may include stops at major African hubs depending on airline and schedule.

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