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Distance from Dar es Salaam to Addis Ababa

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

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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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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)

About This Route

The distance between Dar es Salaam and Addis Ababa 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 Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Addis Ababa (ADD), you'll be heading north. 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: Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) is the main international gateway serving Dar es Salaam. The airport code is DAR.

To: Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) serves Addis Ababa with code ADD.

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 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

Travel Tips

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

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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