About This Route

The distance between Luanda and Dar es Salaam is approximately 2870 kilometers (1783 miles) as the crow flies. This is the straight-line distance (great circle distance) calculated using the Haversine formula.

When traveling from Luanda (LAD) to Dar es Salaam (DAR), you'll be heading east. The estimated flight time for a direct flight is approximately 3h 35m, based on an average commercial aircraft cruising speed of 800 km/h (500 mph).

Flight Information

From: Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD) is the main international gateway serving Luanda. The airport code is LAD.

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 Luanda, Angola

Angola's capital and largest city, Luanda is a major Atlantic port and one of Africa's most expensive cities. Rebuilt after civil war, it showcases Portuguese colonial architecture alongside modern development.

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.

Travel Tips

• Time Difference: Luanda is in UTC+1 while Dar es Salaam is in UTC+3. Plan your communications accordingly.
• Currency: Luanda uses Angolan Kwanza (AOA) while Dar es Salaam uses Tanzanian Shilling (TZS). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travel.
• Language: In Luanda, Portuguese is spoken. In Dar es Salaam, you'll hear Swahili, English.
• Visa Requirements: Check our visa requirements tool for entry requirements between Angola and Tanzania.

Alternative Routes

While the straight-line distance is 2870 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.