Arusha to Tanga flights
Tanga lies 328 km (204 mi) south-east 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 10 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 | Tanga | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tanzania | Tanzania |
| Population | 617,631 | 393,429 |
| Elevation | 1,415 m (4,642 ft) | 22 m (72 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) |
| Nearest large airport | JRO, 44 km out | TGT, 4 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 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 Arusha?
328 km (204 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Arusha.
How long does it take to get from Arusha to Tanga by air?
About 1 h 10 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 Tanga?
No, both are on Africa/Dar_es_Salaam at the moment.
Which airports are used for Arusha to Tanga flights?
Typically Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.