Arusha to Mwanza flights
Mwanza lies 431 km (268 mi) west of Arusha, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 18 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.
| Arusha | Mwanza | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tanzania | Tanzania |
| Population | 617,631 | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 1,415 m (4,642 ft) | 1,144 m (3,753 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) |
| Nearest large airport | JRO, 44 km out | MWZ, 9 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Arusha
Arusha is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), 44 km (27 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Arusha Airport (ARK, 6 km).
Arriving in Mwanza
Mwanza is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Mwanza International Airport (MWZ), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,212-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mwanza International Airport | MWZ | 9 km (6 mi) | 10,212 ft | 3,763 ft |
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Staying in Mwanza
Our booking partner lists 55 places to stay in Mwanza. Of the 31 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (22), and 2 are five-star. Guests have left 1,371 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Mwanza from Arusha?
431 km (268 mi) in a straight line, west of Arusha.
How long does it take to get from Arusha to Mwanza by air?
About 1 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Arusha and Mwanza?
No, both are on Africa/Dar_es_Salaam at the moment.
Which airports are used for Arusha to Mwanza flights?
Typically Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Mwanza International Airport (MWZ).
Where can I stay in Mwanza?
Our booking partner lists 55 places to stay in Mwanza, 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.