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Cheap flights from Tanzania to South Africa from R3 496

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZNZ — JNB
Mar 28 — Apr 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Tanzania to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tanzania to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 February 2026.

Fri 10/49:55
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop6h 55m
Kenya Airways
Thu 16/41:15
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop6h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 24/2R6 340
Fri 27/23:55
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop10h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/314:30
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop11h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2R6 356
Sat 7/33:55
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop10h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 13/314:30
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop11h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/2R6 372
Fri 27/29:55
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Kenya Airways
Tue 3/31:35
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop11h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 23/2R6 388
Thu 26/33:50
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop8h 05m
Kenya Airways
Thu 2/41:15
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop6h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 25/2R6 404
Sat 28/33:50
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop13h 00m
Kenya Airways
Sat 4/417:00
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop9h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 25/2R6 420
Thu 26/212:15
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 17/323:00
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop11h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2R6 483
Thu 26/31:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Thu 2/420:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 24/2R6 499
Tue 31/34:05
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop10h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 2/414:30
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop11h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2R6 499
Sat 28/222:10
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop13h 45m
Kenya Airways
Sat 18/41:15
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop6h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 26/2R6 531
Sun 1/33:55
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop10h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 2/323:00
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop11h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/2R6 594
Sat 28/23:55
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop10h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 18/314:30
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop11h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/2R6 658

Find flight deals from Tanzania to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Tanzania to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 26 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 340

One-way from

R3 496

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R7 373

Good round-trip deal

R7 580 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 253 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 10/4-16/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 45m total
  • Tanzania to South Africa
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 12/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Tanzania to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R11 558 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 728 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Tanzania to South Africa 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 26 February 2026.
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Price

Dar Es SalaamJohannesburg

DAR - JNB

DARJNB

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 10/4

9:55-15:50

1 stop6h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

1:15-9:05

1 stop6h 50m

R6 340

Dar Es SalaamJohannesburg

DAR - JNB

DARJNB

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 19/3

3:50-10:55

1 stop8h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

12:05-20:05

1 stop7h 00m

R6 404

Dar Es SalaamJohannesburg

DAR - JNB

DARJNB

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 29/5

9:55-0:15

1 stop15h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

12:10-20:10

1 stop7h 00m

R6 737

Dar Es SalaamJohannesburg

DAR - JNB

DARJNB

Dar Es Salaam

Sun 29/3

7:40-12:35

2 stops5h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

14:30-3:10

1 stop11h 40m

R6 769

Dar Es SalaamJohannesburg

DAR - JNB

DARJNB

Dar Es Salaam

Mon 9/3

16:30-2:20

1 stop10h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

3:10-15:50

1 stop11h 40m

R6 865

Dar Es SalaamCape Town

DAR - CPT

DARCPT

Dar Es Salaam

Sun 22/3

3:55-13:45

1 stop10h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/4

15:25-3:10

1 stop10h 45m

R7 071

Dar Es SalaamJohannesburg

DAR - JNB

DARJNB

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 9/4

10:45-13:15

Nonstop3h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

14:15-20:05

1 stop4h 50m

R7 182

Dar Es SalaamJohannesburg

DAR - JNB

DARJNB

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 9/4

10:45-13:15

Nonstop3h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

22:00-2:30

Nonstop3h 30m

R7 453

Dar Es SalaamCape Town

DAR - CPT

DARCPT

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 9/4

4:05-13:00

1 stop9h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

15:25-3:10

1 stop10h 45m

R7 611

ArushaJohannesburg

JRO - JNB

JROJNB

Arusha Kilimanjaro

Thu 2/4

23:30-13:15

2 stops14h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

14:15-6:10

2 stops14h 55m

R7 643

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Best time to book a flight from Tanzania to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Tanzania to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Tanzania to South Africa?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tanzania to South Africa (average of R4 306). Flying from Tanzania to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R6 277). 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 TZ to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Tanzania to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 February 2026.

When flying from Tanzania to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from Tanzania to South Africa delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Tanzania and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 118 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Tanzania to South Africa 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 Tanzania to South Africa 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 South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 26 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink, South African, andEthiopian Air from Tanzania to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

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
85 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
85 reviews
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Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

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
7,5
Good
56 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

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
962 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

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
293 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

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 Tanzania to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Tanzania to South Africa?

    Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Air Tanzania can get you from Tanzania to South Africa in just under 6h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 50m. Tanzania and South Africa are separated by a distance of 2435 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Tanzania to South Africa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Ethiopian Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R1 974. FlySafair flights start at R2 423 while deals on Kenya Airways start at R2 908 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Tanzania to South Africa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Tanzania to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tanzania to South Africa 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 Tanzania to South Africa?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tanzania to South Africa (average of R4 306). Flying from Tanzania to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R6 277). 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 7 airlines flying from Tanzania to South Africa

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Tanzania to South Africa. 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 26 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RwandAirCheapestR4 311AverageR6 307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR4 318AverageR7 443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR4 982AverageR9 018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 024AverageR6 929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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FlySafairCheapestR5 665AverageR7 179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR6 105AverageR8 068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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AirlinkCheapestR6 408AverageR6 903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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