Dodoma to Mazabuka flights
Mazabuka lies 1,385 km (861 mi) south-west of Dodoma, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 32 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 | Mazabuka | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tanzania | Zambia |
| Population | 765,179 | 104,412 |
| Elevation | 1,125 m (3,691 ft) | 1,050 m (3,445 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) | UTC+2 (Africa/Lusaka) |
| Nearest large airport | DOD, 2 km out | LUN, 95 km out |
Clocks in Mazabuka are 1 h behind Dodoma right now, so a 2 h 32 min journey lands only 1 h 32 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Mazabuka
Crossing from Tanzania into Zambia: money changes from the Shilling to the Kwacha (ZMW); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, Euro; the dialling code becomes +260; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648868.
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 Mazabuka
Mazabuka is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN), 95 km (59 mi) from the centre, whose 12,998-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenneth Kaunda International Airport | LUN | 95 km (59 mi) | 12,998 ft | 3,779 ft |
Book a flight to Mazabuka
Our airline partner is activating live fares for this site; the search below opens the moment that is done. Hotels can be booked now.
Flights are sold here by AirOrSeaTravel through our booking partner, Nuitée, which takes the payment; the ticket is issued by the airline. How this works.
Staying in Mazabuka
Live rooms and prices for Mazabuka are in the search below.
Book a hotel in Mazabuka
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Mazabuka from Dodoma?
1,385 km (861 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Dodoma.
How long does it take to get from Dodoma to Mazabuka by air?
About 2 h 32 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 Mazabuka?
Mazabuka is 1 h behind at the moment (Africa/Lusaka against Africa/Dar_es_Salaam).
Which airports are used for Dodoma to Mazabuka flights?
Typically Dodoma Airport (DOD) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN).
What currency do I need in Mazabuka?
The Kwacha (ZMW).
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.