How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 668 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

668

Kilometres (km)

415

Miles (mi)

361

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam is approximately 668 km. The typical flight time is 1h 17m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near Nairobi

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)13 km

Near Dar es Salaam

Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)73 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam is approximately 668 km (415 miles).