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Distance from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam

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Johannesburg, South Africa to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Distance
2461 km
1529 miles
Flight Time
3h 5m
Direct flight (estimated)
Direction
Northeast
From Johannesburg
Time Difference
1 hour(s)
UTC+2 vs UTC+3

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City Information

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Johannesburg

South Africa
Population: 5.8 million
Airport: O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Time Zone: UTC+2
Language: English, Zulu, Afrikaans
Currency: South African Rand (ZAR)
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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 Johannesburg and Dar es Salaam is approximately 2461 kilometers (1529 miles) as the crow flies. This is the straight-line distance (great circle distance) calculated using the Haversine formula.

When traveling from Johannesburg (JNB) to Dar es Salaam (DAR), you'll be heading northeast. The estimated flight time for a direct flight is approximately 3h 5m, based on an average commercial aircraft cruising speed of 800 km/h (500 mph).

Flight Information

From: O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the main international gateway serving Johannesburg. The airport code is JNB.

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 Johannesburg, South Africa

South Africa's largest city and economic center, Johannesburg is known for its gold mining heritage and as a major financial hub. The city played a crucial role in South Africa's anti-apartheid struggle.

Top Attractions: Apartheid Museum, Soweto, Constitution Hill, Gold Reef City, Cradle of Humankind

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

Alternative Routes

While the straight-line distance is 2461 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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