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Distance from Dar es Salaam to Abidjan

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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire
Distance
4983 km
3096 miles
Flight Time
6h 14m
Direct flight (estimated)
Direction
West
From Dar es Salaam
Time Difference
3 hour(s)
UTC+3 vs UTC+0

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City Information

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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)
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Abidjan

Côte d'Ivoire
Population: 5.5 million
Airport: Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (ABJ)
Time Zone: UTC+0
Language: French
Currency: West African CFA Franc (XOF)

About This Route

The distance between Dar es Salaam and Abidjan is approximately 4983 kilometers (3096 miles) as the crow flies. This is the straight-line distance (great circle distance) calculated using the Haversine formula.

When traveling from Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Abidjan (ABJ), you'll be heading west. The estimated flight time for a direct flight is approximately 6h 14m, based on an average commercial aircraft cruising speed of 800 km/h (500 mph).

Flight Information

From: Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) is the main international gateway serving Dar es Salaam. The airport code is DAR.

To: Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (ABJ) serves Abidjan with code ABJ.

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 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

About Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire

Côte d'Ivoire's economic capital and largest city, often called the 'Paris of West Africa.' A major port city and financial center with modern skyscrapers alongside traditional neighborhoods.

Top Attractions: St. Paul's Cathedral, Plateau district, Banco National Park, Treichville Market, Cocody

Travel Tips

  • Time Difference: Dar es Salaam is in UTC+3 while Abidjan is in UTC+0. Plan your communications accordingly.
  • Currency: Dar es Salaam uses Tanzanian Shilling (TZS) while Abidjan uses West African CFA Franc (XOF). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travel.
  • Language: In Dar es Salaam, Swahili, English is spoken. In Abidjan, you'll hear French.
  • Visa Requirements: Check our visa requirements tool for entry requirements between Tanzania and Côte d'Ivoire.

Alternative Routes

While the straight-line distance is 4983 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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