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Cheap flights from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam from R3 973

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DAR
Jan 8 — Jan 151
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 December 2025.

Tue 23/123:10JNB - DAR
2 stops12h 05mRwandAir
Sun 28/1217:00DAR - JNB
1 stop22h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 8/12R7 861
Wed 31/1222:00JNB - DAR
Nonstop3h 30mSouth African
Tue 6/15:10DAR - JNB
Nonstop3h 45mSouth African
Deal found 7/12R7 946
Fri 19/1216:50JNB - DAR
1 stop22h 00mRwandAir
Sun 18/116:55DAR - JNB
1 stop10h 25mRwandAir
Deal found 7/12R7 997
Fri 19/1216:50JNB - DAR
1 stop22h 00mRwandAir
Thu 1/116:30DAR - JNB
1 stop10h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 7/12R8 082
Mon 8/1223:40JNB - DAR
Nonstop3h 30mAirlink
Sun 4/13:25DAR - JNB
Nonstop3h 45mAirlink
Deal found 8/12R8 167
Wed 10/1216:50JNB - DAR
1 stop22h 00mRwandAir
Sun 14/1217:00DAR - JNB
1 stop22h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 8/12R8 184
Sun 21/1217:00JNB - DAR
1 stop15h 05mKenya Airways
Sun 18/120:55DAR - JNB
1 stop28h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 8/12R8 286
Mon 22/1217:00JNB - DAR
1 stop19h 35mKenya Airways
Wed 31/1221:05DAR - JNB
1 stop28h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 8/12R8 303
Sun 21/1216:50JNB - DAR
1 stop22h 00mRwandAir
Sun 18/116:55DAR - JNB
1 stop10h 25mRwandAir
Deal found 7/12R8 320
Wed 10/1222:00JNB - DAR
Nonstop3h 30mSouth African
Sun 14/125:10DAR - JNB
Nonstop3h 45mSouth African
Deal found 8/12R8 337
Fri 19/1216:50JNB - DAR
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/17:40DAR - JNB
2 stops5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12R8 421
Sun 21/1218:55CPT - DAR
Nonstop5h 15mAir Tanzania
Sun 18/111:50DAR - CPT
1 stop6h 55mAir Tanzania
Deal found 7/12R9 219

Find flight deals from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Dar Es Salaam flight deals. Data was last updated 9 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 589

One-way from

R3 973

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R7 980

Good round-trip deal

R8 619 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 197 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 2/2-6/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 20m total
  • South Africa to Dar Es Salaam
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South African
  • South African
  • 17/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 30m total
  • South Africa to Dar Es Salaam
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R13 368 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 794 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 9 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam that are best for you.

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Dar Es Salaam

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Return

Price

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

22:00-2:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Sat 7/2

5:10-7:55

Nonstop3h 45m

R7 929

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

22:00-2:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Tue 6/1

5:10-7:55

Nonstop3h 45m

R7 946

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/12

16:50-15:50

1 stop22h 00m

Dar Es Salaam

Sun 18/1

16:55-2:20

1 stop10h 25m

R7 997

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

14:30-3:00

1 stop11h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Tue 12/5

18:45-3:55

1 stop10h 10m

R8 082

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/12

17:00-13:35

1 stop19h 35m

Dar Es Salaam

Wed 31/12

21:05-0:25

1 stop28h 20m

R8 303

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/12

22:00-2:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 2/1

5:10-7:55

Nonstop3h 45m

R8 303

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

14:30-3:00

1 stop11h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 5/2

12:15-20:10

1 stop8h 55m

R8 438

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

23:00-11:10

1 stop11h 10m

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 5/2

12:15-20:10

1 stop8h 55m

R8 438

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

14:30-3:00

1 stop11h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 6/2

3:55-13:05

1 stop10h 10m

R8 438

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

14:30-3:00

1 stop11h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Sat 7/2

3:55-13:05

1 stop10h 10m

R8 438

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dar Es Salaam from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam (average of R3 735). Flying from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam in December is currently the most expensive (average of R5 705). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to DAR?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 7% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Dar Es Salaam flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between South Africa and Dar Es Salaam have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 117 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Dar Es Salaam flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Dar Es Salaam flights?

Over the past year, Airlink have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 3% of flights being delayed.

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 9 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink, South African, andEthiopian Air from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam. 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

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

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

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

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
7,4
Good
48 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

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
903 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

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
287 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to Dar Es Salaam from South Africa, you will be flying to Dar Es Salaam, which is the city’s only airport. Dar Es Salaam (DAR) is located 10,5 km from the centre of Dar Es Salaam.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam?

    A quick flight from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam can take about 3h 30m. South African provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R7 929. South Africa and Dar Es Salaam are separated by a distance of 2435 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R2 468 on RwandAir. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Kenya Airways from R2 820 and Air Tanzania from R3 060 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam?

    Most travellers choose Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dar Es Salaam, Sun City Resort Pilansberg - Dar Es Salaam or Cape Town Intl - Dar Es Salaam when deciding on the best route from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam?

    Before booking your flight to Dar Es Salaam from South Africa, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qatar Airways (100%), Airlink (99%), LATAM Airlines( 98%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam?

    The cheapest flight price from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam is R3 839. On average you can expect to pay R18 497. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dar Es Salaam), can usually be booked for R7 759.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Dar Es Salaam flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam (average of R3 735). Flying from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam in December is currently the most expensive (average of R5 705). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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RwandAirCheapestR4 982AverageR5 863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 346AverageR7 518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AirlinkCheapestR5 400AverageR8 869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 625AverageR7 719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR5 984AverageR7 469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR6 186AverageR8 300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Zambia AirwaysCheapestR6 396AverageR8 371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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