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Distance from Dar es Salaam to Cape Town

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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Cape Town, South Africa
Distance
3697 km
2297 miles
Flight Time
4h 37m
Direct flight (estimated)
Direction
Southwest
From Dar es Salaam
Time Difference
1 hour(s)
UTC+3 vs UTC+2

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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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Cape Town

South Africa
Population: 4.7 million
Airport: Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Time Zone: UTC+2
Language: English, Afrikaans, Xhosa
Currency: South African Rand (ZAR)

About This Route

The distance between Dar es Salaam and Cape Town is approximately 3697 kilometers (2297 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 Cape Town (CPT), you'll be heading southwest. The estimated flight time for a direct flight is approximately 4h 37m, 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: Cape Town International Airport (CPT) serves Cape Town with code CPT.

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 Cape Town, South Africa

South Africa's legislative capital and one of the world's most beautiful cities. Nestled between Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean, Cape Town offers stunning natural beauty and rich history.

Top Attractions: Table Mountain, Robben Island, V&A Waterfront, Cape of Good Hope, Kirstenbosch Gardens, Bo-Kaap neighborhood

Travel Tips

  • Time Difference: Dar es Salaam is in UTC+3 while Cape Town is in UTC+2. Plan your communications accordingly.
  • Currency: Dar es Salaam uses Tanzanian Shilling (TZS) while Cape Town uses South African Rand (ZAR). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travel.
  • Language: In Dar es Salaam, Swahili, English is spoken. In Cape Town, you'll hear English, Afrikaans, Xhosa.
  • Visa Requirements: Check our visa requirements tool for entry requirements between Tanzania and South Africa.

Alternative Routes

While the straight-line distance is 3697 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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