Dodoma to Tanga flights
Tanga lies 391 km (243 mi) east of Dodoma, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 15 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Dodoma | Tanga | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tanzania | Tanzania |
| Population | 765,179 | 393,429 |
| Elevation | 1,125 m (3,691 ft) | 22 m (72 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) |
| Nearest large airport | DOD, 2 km out | TGT, 4 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Dodoma
Dodoma is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Dodoma Airport (DOD), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,700 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Tanga
Tanga is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Tanga Airport (TGT), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 4,160 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanga Airport (regional) | TGT | 4 km (2 mi) | 4,160 ft | 129 ft |
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Staying in Tanga
Our booking partner lists 20 places to stay in Tanga. Of the 14 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (9). Guests have left 306 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Tanga from Dodoma?
391 km (243 mi) in a straight line, east of Dodoma.
How long does it take to get from Dodoma to Tanga by air?
About 1 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dodoma and Tanga?
No, both are on Africa/Dar_es_Salaam at the moment.
Which airports are used for Dodoma to Tanga flights?
Typically Dodoma Airport (DOD) to Tanga Airport (TGT).
Where can I stay in Tanga?
Our booking partner lists 20 places to stay in Tanga, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.