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?

Dar Es Salaam is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Tanzania. One-way flights to Dar Es Salaam typically cost R434, while return flights cost around R470.

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 R40.

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 30 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 153
One-way from	R3 300
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	R8 008

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Johannesburg to Zanzibar

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3h 30m 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 28 June 2025.

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1 stop15h 30mKenya Airways

Deal found 27/6R5 690

Fri 1/814:30JNB - ZNZ

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Sun 10/84:20ZNZ - JNB

1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air

Deal found 27/6R6 153

Sun 23/1123:45JNB - DAR

1 stop9h 05mUganda Airlines

Sun 30/1122:45DAR - JNB

1 stop14h 00mUganda Airlines

Deal found 26/6R6 243

Thu 24/720:15JNB - ZNZ

Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair

Tue 29/714:35ZNZ - JNB

Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair

Deal found 27/6R6 314

Wed 10/912:10JNB - ZNZ

1 stop12h 30mKenya Airways

Fri 12/910:10ZNZ - JNB

1 stop15h 15mKenya Airways

Deal found 26/6R6 474

Tue 5/83:10JNB - DAR

2 stops12h 15mRwandAir

Thu 21/816:30DAR - JNB

1 stop10h 50mRwandAir

Deal found 27/6R6 492

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1 stop20h 15mKenya Airways

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Deal found 27/6R5 690

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Deal found 27/6R6 153

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Deal found 26/6R6 243

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Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair

Deal found 27/6R6 314

Tue 5/83:10JNB - DAR

2 stops12h 15mRwandAir

Thu 21/816:30DAR - JNB

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Deal found 27/6R6 492

Sun 10/822:00JNB - DAR

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Sun 10/822:00JNB - DAR

Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines

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Explore direct flight options to Tanzania based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 28 June 2025.

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Tue 12/822:00JNB - DAR

Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines

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Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/6R7 937

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2 stops14h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/6R7 081

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Tue 15/7

17:00-9:05

1 stop15h 05m

Dar Es Salaam

Tue 22/7

9:55-0:25

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JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

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Fri 1/8

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 10/8

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R6 153

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

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Sun 23/11

23:45-9:50

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Dar Es Salaam

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22:45-11:45

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R6 243

JohannesburgZanzibar

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JNBZNZ

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Thu 24/7

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

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14:35-17:25

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R6 314

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/9

12:10-1:40

1 stop12h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 12/9

10:10-0:25

1 stop15h 15m

R6 474

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/8

3:10-16:25

2 stops12h 15m

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 21/8

16:30-2:20

1 stop10h 50m

R6 492

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/8

22:00-2:25

Nonstop3h 25m

Dar Es Salaam

Sun 17/8

5:10-7:55

Nonstop3h 45m

R6 778

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/8

22:00-2:25

Nonstop3h 25m

Dar Es Salaam

Sun 17/8

15:05-10:55

1 stop20h 50m

R6 974

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/11

22:00-2:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 21/11

3:25-6:10

Nonstop3h 45m

R7 010

JohannesburgArusha

JNB - JRO

JNBJRO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/8

12:10-17:50

1 stop28h 40m

Arusha Kilimanjaro

Tue 19/8

1:45-0:25

1 stop23h 40m

R7 027

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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 10 hours 15 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 at midday, 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, andSouth African to Tanzania have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Airlink

8,6

Very Good

72 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

8,6

Very Good

72 reviews

Airlink

8,6

Very Good

72 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

114 reviews

Airlink

8,6

Very Good

72 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

35 reviews

Airlink

8,6

Very Good

72 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

Ethiopian Air

7,2

Good

786 reviews

Airlink

8,6

Very Good

72 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?
Dar Es Salaam is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Tanzania. One-way flights to Dar Es Salaam typically cost R434, while return flights cost around R470.
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 R40.
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 30 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 28 June 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, andSouth African 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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