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R3 556+ Cheap flights to Dar Es Salaam

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— DAR
Apr 28 — May 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Dar Es Salaam in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Dar Es Salaam
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Dar Es Salaam. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 29 March 2026.

Thu 16/412:10
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop7h 00m
Kenya Airways
Thu 16/43:50
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 28/3R6 685
Mon 27/412:10
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop7h 00m
Kenya Airways
Tue 28/49:55
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 28/3R7 044
Mon 30/312:10
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop7h 00m
Kenya Airways
Tue 31/39:55
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 29/3R7 061
Mon 20/412:30
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop6h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 21/47:40
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop4h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/3R7 351
Sat 20/612:10
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop7h 00m
Kenya Airways
Sat 20/63:50
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop8h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 28/3R7 403
Mon 20/417:00
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop15h 05m
Kenya Airways
Tue 21/43:50
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop8h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 29/3R7 420
Mon 27/41:15
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop6h 50m
Kenya Airways
Tue 28/421:00
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 28/3R7 471
Wed 29/41:15
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop6h 50m
Kenya Airways
Thu 30/421:00
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 28/3R7 574
Fri 8/514:15
JNB
-
DAR
Nonstop3h 25m
Air Tanzania
Thu 14/510:45
DAR
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 30m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 28/3R7 659
Sat 9/53:10
JNB
-
DAR
2 stops12h 15m
RwandAir
Sun 17/516:55
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop10h 25m
RwandAir
Deal found 26/3R7 676
Thu 16/414:15
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop4h 50m
Air Tanzania
Thu 14/510:45
DAR
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 30m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 28/3R7 693
Tue 12/514:15
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop4h 50m
Air Tanzania
Tue 19/510:45
DAR
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 30m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 28/3R7 710

Find flight deals to Dar Es Salaam

Find the latest flights to Dar Es Salaam in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 29 March 2026.

Return from

R6 685

One-way from

R3 556

Popular in

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

R6 890
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 16/4-16/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaam
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Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 14/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 4h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaam
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R98 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

14:15-18:40

Nonstop3h 25m

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 15/5

10:45-13:15

Nonstop3h 30m

R8 343

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

3:10-15:50

1 stop11h 40m

Dar Es Salaam

Mon 18/5

16:30-2:20

1 stop10h 50m

R8 617

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

16:50-15:50

1 stop22h 00m

Dar Es Salaam

Wed 29/7

16:55-14:20

1 stop22h 25m

R8 685

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

3:10-15:50

1 stop11h 40m

Dar Es Salaam

Sat 25/7

16:30-2:20

1 stop10h 50m

R8 685

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/7

3:10-15:50

1 stop11h 40m

Dar Es Salaam

Sat 25/7

16:30-14:20

1 stop22h 50m

R8 685

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

3:10-16:25

2 stops12h 15m

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 15/5

16:55-2:20

1 stop10h 25m

R9 266

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

22:00-2:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Wed 3/6

3:25-6:10

Nonstop3h 45m

R9 318

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

22:00-2:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 8/5

3:25-6:10

Nonstop3h 45m

R9 369

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

12:30-20:10

1 stop6h 40m

Dar Es Salaam

Sat 25/7

7:40-12:35

2 stops5h 55m

R9 471

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

22:00-2:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Sun 17/5

3:25-6:10

Nonstop3h 45m

R10 343

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Dar Es Salaam

When is the best time to book a flight to Dar Es Salaam?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaam. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Dar Es Salaam, you should look to book at least 56 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to Dar Es Salaam?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaam takes 8 hours 2 minutes. Flights to Dar Es Salaam from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaam. Price data was last updated on 17 August 2025.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Dar Es Salaam should consider flying on Thursday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Wednesday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Dar Es Salaam

The most flights from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaam are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Dar Es Salaam?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaam are Airlink, Kenya Airways and South African.

South African
South African
From R5 815
Airlink
Airlink
From R5 435
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
From R5 383
Air Tanzania
Air Tanzania
From R6 002

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Dar Es Salaam?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaam are RwandAir, Kenya Airways and South African.

Rainfall in Dar Es Salaam by month

Plan your trip to Dar Es Salaam by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dar Es Salaam ranges from 20.0 - 260.0 mm per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 260.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Dar Es Salaam when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Dar Es Salaam by month

Plan your trip to Dar Es Salaam by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dar Es Salaam, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dar Es Salaam

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dar Es Salaam. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Dar Es Salaam. Reviews last updated 29 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Airlink,South African, andEthiopian Air to Tanzania. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
South African
7,6
Good
60 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
987 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
301 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

FAQs about flying to Dar Es Salaam

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Dar Es Salaam?

    Dar Es Salaam (DAR), located 10,5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Dar Es Salaam. 6 airlines have flights to Dar Es Salaam from Johannesburg on a daily basis. Booking flights to Dar Es Salaam should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 3 flights from Johannesburg per day.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Dar Es Salaam if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Dar Es Salaam on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Dar Es Salaam?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, RwandAir is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Dar Es Salaam.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Dar Es Salaam?

    Dar Es Salaam is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Dar Es Salaam. One-way flights to Dar Es Salaam typically cost R395, while return flights cost around R2 827.

  • How much is a return flight to Dar Es Salaam?

    A return flight to Dar Es Salaam will typically cost around R2 827, however they can be found for as little as R2 827.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Dar Es Salaam depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Dar Es Salaam, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Dar Es Salaam have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Dar Es Salaam can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Dar Es Salaam?

    Yes. Dar Es Salaam has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Furaha Yetu Lodge is the closest property to Dar Es Salaam (0,0 km away from Dar Es Salaam).

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