Direct (nonstop) flights from Dar Es Salaam to Ndola

1 airline flys nonstop from Dar Es Salaam (DAR) to Simon M. Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA). It's 839 miles (1,351 km), about 2h 20m in the air. Operated by Air Tanzania.

DAR
Dar Es Salaam
🇹🇿 Dar Es Salaam, United Republic of Tanzania
NLA
Simon M. Kapwepwe International Airport
🇿🇲 Ndola, Zambia
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
839 mi
1,351 km
CO₂/pax
155 kg
−50 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air Tanzania
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Air Tanzania Air Tanzania

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Tanzania TC Air Tanzania
Route
DAR → NLA
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
839 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Ndola with one stop · direct emits 155 kg CO₂ per passenger

DAR FBM (Lubumbashi) NLA
Leg 1: 2h 15m (860 mi) Leg 2: 45m (115 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DAR → FBM
2h 15m · 860 mi
View DAR to FBM flights →
Leg 2
FBM → NLA
45m · 115 mi
View FBM to NLA flights →
DAR LUN (Lusaka) NLA
Leg 1: 2h 30m (932 mi) Leg 2: 45m (162 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 213 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DAR → LUN
2h 30m · 932 mi
View DAR to LUN flights →
Leg 2
LUN → NLA
45m · 162 mi
View LUN to NLA flights →
DAR NBO (Nairobi) NLA
Leg 1: 1h 20m (413 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (985 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 268 kg CO₂ (+73% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DAR → NBO
1h 20m · 413 mi
View DAR to NBO flights →
Leg 2
NBO → NLA
2h 40m · 985 mi
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DAR JNB (Johannesburg) NLA
Leg 1: 3h 45m (1,509 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (907 mi) Total: ~6h 5m 🍃 448 kg CO₂ (+189% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DAR → JNB
3h 45m · 1,509 mi
View DAR to JNB flights →
Leg 2
JNB → NLA
2h 20m · 907 mi
View JNB to NLA flights →
DAR ADD (Addis Ababa) NLA
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,090 mi) Leg 2: 4h 5m (1,665 mi) Total: ~6h 45m 🍃 490 kg CO₂ (+216% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DAR → ADD
2h 40m · 1,090 mi
View DAR to ADD flights →
Leg 2
ADD → NLA
4h 5m · 1,665 mi
View ADD to NLA flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dar Es Salaam to Ndola?

A nonstop flight from Dar Es Salaam (DAR) to Ndola (NLA) takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 839 miles (1,351 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dar Es Salaam to Ndola?

Just Air Tanzania.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dar Es Salaam to Ndola?

Yes. 1 airline: Air Tanzania.

How far is Dar Es Salaam from Ndola?

The flight distance from Dar Es Salaam to Ndola is 839 miles (1,351 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What is the time difference between Dar Es Salaam and Ndola?

Ndola is 1 hour behind Dar Es Salaam. (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam vs Africa/Lusaka.)

What type of aircraft flies from Dar Es Salaam to Ndola?

At 2h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from United Republic of Tanzania to Zambia?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Zambia embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Dar Es Salaam to Ndola?

Roughly 155 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 775 km.

Is the return flight from Ndola to Dar Es Salaam also nonstop?

Check the NLA to DAR route page for return options.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Ndola?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Dar Es Salaam for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.