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Cheap flights from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg from R3 847

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 13/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DAR — JNB
Apr 27 — May 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg are usually found in May or April, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 March 2026.

Mon 11/59:55
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop6h 55m
Kenya Airways
Mon 18/512:10
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop7h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 27/3R6 873
Thu 28/59:55
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop6h 55m
Kenya Airways
Mon 1/612:10
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop7h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 27/3R6 890
Tue 14/421:00
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sat 18/41:15
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop24h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 28/3R6 907
Mon 30/321:00
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 15m
Kenya Airways
Mon 20/412:10
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop7h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 25/3R6 924
Wed 1/421:00
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 15m
Kenya Airways
Tue 7/417:00
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop19h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 26/3R6 941
Sat 4/43:50
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop8h 05m
Kenya Airways
Sun 12/417:00
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop15h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 24/3R7 112
Sat 11/47:40
DAR
-
JNB
2 stops5h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 24/412:30
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop6h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/3R7 129
Thu 9/43:50
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Kenya Airways
Sat 18/417:00
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop15h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 26/3R7 180
Sat 9/57:40
DAR
-
JNB
2 stops5h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 16/512:30
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop6h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/3R7 249
Mon 13/47:40
DAR
-
JNB
2 stops5h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 19/412:30
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop6h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/3R7 266
Mon 12/107:40
DAR
-
JNB
2 stops5h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 15/1012:30
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop6h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/3R7 283

Find flight deals from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dar Es Salaam (DAR) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 28 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 873

One-way from

R3 847

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R6 770
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 11/5-18/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 55m total
  • Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 13/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 5h 55m total
  • Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R10 625 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 941 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg 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 28 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Dar Es SalaamJohannesburg

DAR - JNB

DARJNB

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 29/5

9:55-15:50

1 stop6h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

1:15-9:05

1 stop6h 50m

R6 890
Fastest return journey

Dar Es SalaamJohannesburg

DAR - JNB

DARJNB

Dar Es Salaam

Sat 9/5

7:40-12:35

2 stops5h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

12:30-20:10

1 stop6h 40m

R7 642

Dar Es SalaamJohannesburg

DAR - JNB

DARJNB

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 17/4

16:55-14:20

1 stop22h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

3:10-16:25

2 stops12h 15m

R8 001

Dar Es SalaamJohannesburg

DAR - JNB

DARJNB

Dar Es Salaam

Sat 9/5

7:40-12:35

2 stops5h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

13:30-20:10

2 stops29h 40m

R11 711

Dar Es SalaamJohannesburg

DAR - JNB

DARJNB

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 30/4

7:40-20:50

3 stops14h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

6:55-20:10

3 stops12h 15m

R12 002

Dar Es SalaamJohannesburg

DAR - JNB

DARJNB

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 16/4

7:40-9:25

4 stops26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

12:30-20:10

1 stop6h 40m

R13 951

Dar Es SalaamJohannesburg

DAR - JNB

DARJNB

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 3/9

7:40-18:30

4 stops11h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

12:30-20:10

1 stop6h 40m

R13 985

Dar Es SalaamJohannesburg

DAR - JNB

DARJNB

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 28/5

7:40-11:35

1 stop4h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

10:15-20:10

4 stops32h 55m

R14 481
Cheapest one-way

Dar Es SalaamJohannesburg

DAR - JNB

DARJNB

Dar Es Salaam

Mon 27/4

7:40-12:35

2 stops5h 55m

R4 001

Dar Es SalaamJohannesburg

DAR - JNB

DARJNB

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 2/4

21:00-0:15

1 stop28h 15m

R4 428

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Best time to book a flight from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg?

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

Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg (average of R4 633). Flying from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg in January is currently the most expensive (average of R6 753). 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 DAR to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 March 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg

Explore weekly flight availability from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 28 March 2026.

The most flights from DAR to ZA1 are scheduled on a Tuesday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg?

How often are flights from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Dar Es Salaam and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 117 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning 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 Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 28 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg, such as Airlink,South African, andEthiopian Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

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

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

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

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

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

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

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

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

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 Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg. 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 from for flights from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg?

    Most people fly from Dar Es Salaam (DAR) if they book a flight from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg. On average, Dar Es Salaam has 3 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day from 6 airlines. Dar Es Salaam is conveniently located just 10,5 km from Dar Es Salaam’s city centre.

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

    Departing from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg will take you 5h 55m. The distance between Dar Es Salaam and Johannesburg is about 2435 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Currently priced at R4 638, RwandAir will fly you from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg and back. In addition to RwandAir, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Tanzania and Kenya Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R4 646 and R5 360, respectively. You may be able to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg for 34% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Kenya Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R3 129. RwandAir flights start at R3 440 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at R3 449 one-way.

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

    Consider LATAM Airlines (100%), South African (100%) or Airlink (97%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg.

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

    While on average a flight from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg is generally R6 336, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R3 915. When looking at the most popular route, (Dar Es Salaam - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R7 369 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg?

    Of the flights from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg that have stopovers, most of them stop in Blantyre.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg is Nairobi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg 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 Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg (average of R4 633). Flying from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg in January is currently the most expensive (average of R6 753). 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RwandAirCheapestR4 638AverageR6 786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR4 646AverageR7 828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 360AverageR6 787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 402AverageR6 053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR6 530AverageR7 349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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AirlinkCheapestR6 882AverageR7 609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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