Cheap flights to Dar es Salaam

Most popular in	January	High demand for flights, 6% potential price rise
Cheapest in	May	Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average price	R6962	Price for this month
Cheapest price	R5811	From Cape Town to Dar Es Salaam

Cheapest prices for Dar es Salaam flights by month

January

R7615

February

R7345

March

R6962

April

R6649

May

R6223

June

R6351

July

R6862

August

R7090

September

R6777

October

R6365

November

R7033

December

R6848

At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to Dar es Salaam is currently May; with January being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

When is the best time to fly to Dar es Salaam?

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Price	4218 - 6911 ZAR
Temperature	83.8 - 90 °F
Rainfall	19 - 240.6 mm

Flying to Dar es Salaam in September is usually considered the best time to fly. However, you will find other deals are always available year round. If you are looking for warm weather when you arrive off of your flight to Dar es Salaam then February is statistically the hottest. April is historically the period with most rainfall.

When is the best time to book flights to Dar es Salaam?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Dar es Salaam, you should look to book at least 19 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.

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Which day is cheapest to fly to Dar es Salaam?

Monday is currently, on average, the cheapest day to fly to Dar es Salaam. Flying on Saturday will result in higher flight prices.

What time of day is cheapest to fly?

Flights at midday are typically the cheapest time of the day to fly to Dar es Salaam. Flights in the morning are usually the most expensive.

When to fly

Due to its proximity to the equator, the climate of Dar es Salaam is tropical with hot and humid weather making it a great year round flight destination. In the summer months every year, Des es Salaam hosts a Charity Goat Race which provides a day of entertainment for the whole family to enjoy such as goat racing, fancy dress, live music, arts and crafts and delicious food. The races raise money for charity and the event is really special, being the largest of its kind in East Africa.

The most popular time to book a flight to Dar es Salaam is outside the rainy seasons which last from April to May and October to November, although the rainy season is the best time to find cheap flights to Dar es Salaam. The Months from December to March tend to be the hottest times of the year and this is when most visit Dar es Salaam.

Although the 7^th July is a national holiday across Tanzania and many enjoy the day off work, Dar es Salaam also becomes a hive of activity with the International Trade Fair. 18 different countries across the globe attend the fair resulting in over 1500 exhibitions being displayed at the Mwalimu J.K Nverrer Trade Fair Grounds. During this period Dar experiences a high volume of visitors and locals, so avoid this time of year if you are looking for a cheap flight to Dar es Salaam.

Destination overview

Dar es Salaam is often a stop-off point for people on international flights who are on their way to a safari holiday. However, if you book a flight to Dar es Salaam, there are some interesting attractions in the city itself, including the National Museum, the Makumbusho Village Museum, Mawazo contemporary art gallery and the Askari Monument. Dhow cruises to the island marine reserve of Bongoyo are deservedly popular. Travellers seeking an authentic taste of city life may want to check out the busy fish market, Kivukoni Front and Kariakoo Market. Oyster Bay, meanwhile, is an upmarket enclave of glamorous mansions and the location of Coco Beach, a good spot for a swim, drink or lunch.

Getting around Dar es Salaam

The public transport system in Dar es Salaam is limited. Dalla-dallas are small minivans with specific routes. They’re cheap and fairly easy to use, but a little geographical knowledge of the city helps. Taxis are privately owned (there are no official taxis) and prices should always be agreed before travelling.

Caution should be exercised, especially in busy areas such as Kariakoo Market, against pickpockets and bag snatchers, as muggings are not an infrequent occurrence in the city. Visitors should always keep money and valuables secure and out of sight, avoiding quiet areas and walking alone at night.

How to get from the airport to the city

Travellers can take a flight to Dar es Salaam by flying to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR), located about 7 miles (12 km) from the city centre. When hotel pick-ups are available, they may be the best way to get into the city. Otherwise, there are taxis, where the price should be negotiated beforehand, or city buses – bus stops can be found a five minute walk from the airport.