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Distance from Algiers to Dar es Salaam

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Algiers, Algeria to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Distance
6131 km
3809 miles
Flight Time
7h 40m
Direct flight (estimated)
Direction
Southeast
From Algiers
Time Difference
2 hour(s)
UTC+1 vs UTC+3

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City Information

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Algiers

Algeria
Population: 3.4 million
Airport: Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
Time Zone: UTC+1
Language: Arabic, French
Currency: Algerian Dinar (DZD)
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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 Algiers and Dar es Salaam is approximately 6131 kilometers (3809 miles) as the crow flies. This is the straight-line distance (great circle distance) calculated using the Haversine formula.

When traveling from Algiers (ALG) to Dar es Salaam (DAR), you'll be heading southeast. The estimated flight time for a direct flight is approximately 7h 40m, based on an average commercial aircraft cruising speed of 800 km/h (500 mph).

Flight Information

From: Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) is the main international gateway serving Algiers. The airport code is ALG.

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 Algiers, Algeria

Algeria's capital and largest city, built on hills overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Known for its stunning Casbah (UNESCO World Heritage site) and French colonial architecture.

Top Attractions: Casbah of Algiers, Notre Dame d'Afrique, Jardin d'Essai, Martyrs' Memorial, Ketchaoua Mosque

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: Algiers is in UTC+1 while Dar es Salaam is in UTC+3. Plan your communications accordingly.
  • Currency: Algiers uses Algerian Dinar (DZD) while Dar es Salaam uses Tanzanian Shilling (TZS). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travel.
  • Language: In Algiers, Arabic, French is spoken. In Dar es Salaam, you'll hear Swahili, English.
  • Visa Requirements: Check our visa requirements tool for entry requirements between Algeria and Tanzania.

Alternative Routes

While the straight-line distance is 6131 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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