What is the cheapest month to fly to Tanzania?

Currently, the cheapest month for flights to Tanzania is May . The most expensive month for flights is December . The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

Can I find cheaper flights to Tanzania 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 Tanzania on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Tanzania?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Airlink is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Tanzania.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Tanzania?

Arusha is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Tanzania. One-way flights to Arusha typically cost R531, while return flights cost around R1 054.

How much is a return flight to Tanzania?

A return flight to Tanzania will typically cost around R60, however they can be found for as little as R60.

Where does the fastest flight to Tanzania depart from?

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

Does Zanzibar Intl have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Zanzibar Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Zanzibar Intl?

Yes. Zanzibar Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Salaam Letting (4 Bedroom, Zanzibar Hous is the closest property to Zanzibar Intl (0,0 km away from Zanzibar Intl).

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Flights to Tanzania in 2025

Return from	R6 517
One-way from	R3 011
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	R7 349

Ethiopian Air
30/10-6/11
2 total stops
22h 55m total
Johannesburg to Zanzibar

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6/11
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3h 35m total
Johannesburg to Tanzania

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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Tanzania. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 10 August 2025.

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Deal found 10/8R5 986

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1 stop11h 40mEthiopian Air

Tue 9/94:05DAR - JNB

1 stop10h 00mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/8R6 003

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Fri 5/94:05DAR - JNB

1 stop10h 00mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/8R6 074

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1 stop11h 40mEthiopian Air

Mon 25/84:05DAR - JNB

1 stop10h 00mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/8R6 322

Thu 18/914:30JNB - DAR

1 stop11h 40mEthiopian Air

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1 stop10h 00mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/8R6 375

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Discover carefully curated flight deals to Tanzania that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 10 August 2025.

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1 stop11h 40mEthiopian Air

Wed 10/94:05DAR - JNB

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Nonstop3h 45mSouth African

Deal found 8/8R6 676

Thu 9/1020:15JNB - ZNZ

Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines

Sun 12/100:50ZNZ - JNB

2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/8R6 977

Wed 27/817:00JNB - JRO

1 stop25h 15mKenya Airways

Fri 5/910:05JRO - JNB

1 stop25h 50mKenya Airways

Deal found 9/8R9 350

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Deal found 9/8R10 094

Sat 20/914:30JNB - DAR

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Deal found 10/8R5 986

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Deal found 8/8R6 003

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Deal found 9/8R6 552

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Deal found 8/8R6 676

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Deal found 8/8R6 322

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Deal found 8/8R6 570

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Deal found 8/8R7 243

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1 stop10h 00mEthiopian Air

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1 stop10h 00mEthiopian Air

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Deal found 8/8R6 765

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Wed 3/9

14:30-3:10

1 stop11h 40m

Dar Es Salaam

Wed 10/9

4:05-13:05

1 stop10h 00m

R5 932

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/9

14:30-3:10

1 stop11h 40m

Dar Es Salaam

Sun 28/9

4:05-13:05

1 stop10h 00m

R5 986

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/9

14:30-3:10

1 stop11h 40m

Dar Es Salaam

Tue 9/9

4:05-13:05

1 stop10h 00m

R6 003

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/8

14:30-3:10

1 stop11h 40m

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 5/9

4:05-13:05

1 stop10h 00m

R6 074

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/8

14:30-3:10

1 stop11h 40m

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 28/8

4:05-13:05

1 stop10h 00m

R6 322

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/9

14:30-3:10

1 stop11h 40m

Dar Es Salaam

Sun 28/9

4:05-13:05

1 stop10h 00m

R6 375

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/9

14:30-3:10

1 stop11h 40m

Dar Es Salaam

Mon 15/9

4:05-13:05

1 stop10h 00m

R6 446

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/9

14:30-3:10

1 stop11h 40m

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 11/9

4:05-13:05

1 stop10h 00m

R6 464

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/10

22:50-10:50

1 stop11h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 6/11

17:00-3:55

1 stop11h 55m

R6 517

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/9

22:50-10:50

1 stop11h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 8/9

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R6 535

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Best time to book a flight to Tanzania

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Tanzania

How long is the flight to Tanzania?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Tanzania takes 8 hours 56 minutes. Flights to Tanzania 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 Tanzania?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Tanzania should consider flying on Sunday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Monday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Tanzania?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Tanzania are Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air and Air Tanzania.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Tanzania?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Tanzania are Airlink, RwandAir and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in Tanzania by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tanzania ranges from 20.0 - 320.0 mm per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 320.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Tanzania when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Tanzania by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tanzania, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January 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 24.0 C).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Tanzania?

The most popular places in Tanzania to fly to are Zanzibar, Dar Es Salaam and Arusha.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tanzania

See what other customers who have flown with Airlink, FlySafair, andRwandAir to Tanzania have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Airlink

8,7

Very Good

74 reviews

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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

8,7

Very Good

74 reviews

Airlink

8,7

Very Good

74 reviews

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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

FlySafair

8,2

Very Good

115 reviews

Airlink

8,7

Very Good

74 reviews

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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

RwandAir

7,5

Good

33 reviews

Airlink

8,7

Very Good

74 reviews

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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

39 reviews

Airlink

8,7

Very Good

74 reviews

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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

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 604 reviews

Airlink

8,7

Very Good

74 reviews

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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 Tanzania

Can I find cheaper flights to Tanzania 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 Tanzania on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Tanzania?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Airlink is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Tanzania.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Tanzania?
Arusha is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Tanzania. One-way flights to Arusha typically cost R531, while return flights cost around R1 054.
How much is a return flight to Tanzania?
A return flight to Tanzania will typically cost around R60, however they can be found for as little as R60.
Where does the fastest flight to Tanzania depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Tanzania, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 25 minutes).
Does Zanzibar Intl have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Zanzibar Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Zanzibar Intl?
Yes. Zanzibar Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Salaam Letting (4 Bedroom, Zanzibar Hous is the closest property to Zanzibar Intl (0,0 km away from Zanzibar Intl).

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How long is the flight to Tanzania?

When is the cheapest time to fly to Tanzania?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Tanzania. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Tanzania?

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Tanzania?

Rainfall in Tanzania by month

Plan your trip to Tanzania by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

Temperature in Tanzania by month

Plan your trip to Tanzania by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Tanzania?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Tanzania in the last few years. This data was updated on 10 August 2025.

The most popular places in Tanzania to fly to are Zanzibar, Dar Es Salaam and Arusha.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tanzania

See what other customers who have flown with Airlink, FlySafair, andRwandAir to Tanzania have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Tanzania

Can I find cheaper flights to Tanzania if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Tanzania?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Tanzania?

How much is a return flight to Tanzania?

Where does the fastest flight to Tanzania depart from?

Does Zanzibar Intl have car hire?

Are there hotels close to Zanzibar Intl?

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