Julius Nyerere International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 11h 58m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Julius Nyerere International Airport
Julius Nyerere International Airport is the international airport of Dar es Salaam, the largest city in Tanzania. It is located in Kipawa ward of Ilala District in Dar es Salaam Region of Tanzania. The airport has flights to destinations in Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. It is named after Julius Nyerere (1922–1999), the nation's first president.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
HTDANOTAMs
HTDAReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 9,843 ft / 3,000 m | 151 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32 | 3,280 ft / 1,000 m | 98 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ACC | CON | 119.300 MHz |
| APP | APP | 119.600 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.300 MHz |
Navaids(4)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 15% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 75% | 1,819 ft | |
| Feb | 80% | 1,856 ft | |
| Mar | 82% | 1,782 ft | |
| Apr | 76% | 1,544 ft | |
| May | 85% | 1,396 ft | |
| Jun | 88% | 1,232 ft | |
| Jul | 87% | 1,113 ft | |
| Aug | 85% | 1,158 ft | |
| Sep | 82% | 1,314 ft | |
| Oct | 79% | 1,499 ft | |
| Nov | 75% | 1,700 ft | |
| Dec | 77% | 1,819 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,113–1,856 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Julius Nyerere International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Julius Nyerere International Airport?
The ICAO code for Julius Nyerere International Airport is HTDA, and its IATA code is DAR.
Where is Julius Nyerere International Airport located?
Julius Nyerere International Airport is large airport located in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, at an elevation of 182 ft (55 m).
How many runways does Julius Nyerere International Airport have?
Julius Nyerere International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 9,843 ft / 3,000 m.
Which airlines fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Julius Nyerere International Airport include Air France, Air Mozambique, Delta Air Lines, Egyptair, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, among 19 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Julius Nyerere International Airport?
Historical data lists 22 nonstop destinations from Julius Nyerere International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Julius Nyerere International Airport in?
Julius Nyerere International Airport is in the Africa/Dar es Salaam time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Julius Nyerere International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Julius Nyerere International Airport is approximately 2.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Julius Nyerere International Airport?
The nearest airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is Ras Kutani Airport (TZ-0113), about 17.4 nm to the ese, followed by Amani Beach Airport and Sanzale Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Julius Nyerere International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.