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Cheap flights from South Africa to Tanzania from R3 480

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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
Aug 15 — Aug 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Tanzania
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Tanzania. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 July 2026.

Thu 23/722:50
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop11h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 25/77:40
DAR
-
JNB
2 stops6h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/7R5 441
Fri 24/714:30
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop11h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 25/718:45
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop10h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/7R5 473
Tue 28/714:30
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop11h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 29/718:45
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop10h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 14/7R5 506
Sun 19/714:30
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop11h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 20/712:15
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/7R5 539
Fri 24/722:50
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop11h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 26/74:05
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop10h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/7R5 555
Sun 9/813:30
JNB
-
DAR
2 stops6h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 10/87:40
DAR
-
JNB
2 stops6h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/7R5 882
Sat 8/813:30
JNB
-
DAR
2 stops6h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 9/87:40
DAR
-
JNB
2 stops6h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/7R5 898
Sat 25/713:30
JNB
-
DAR
2 stops6h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 26/77:40
DAR
-
JNB
2 stops6h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/7R6 062
Fri 21/88:20
JNB
-
JRO
1 stop8h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 29/812:05
JRO
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 14/7R6 617
Fri 28/88:20
JNB
-
JRO
1 stop8h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 4/912:05
JRO
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 14/7R6 666
Thu 23/78:20
JNB
-
JRO
1 stop8h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 28/712:05
JRO
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/7R6 764
Thu 3/98:20
JNB
-
JRO
1 stop8h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 10/912:05
JRO
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/7R6 781

Find flight deals from South Africa to Tanzania

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Tanzania flight deals. Data was last updated 16 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R5 506

One-way from

R3 480

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R8 218

Good round-trip deal

R7 537 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 302 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 28/7-29/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 50m total
  • South Africa to Tanzania
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 1/8
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • South Africa to Tanzania
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R8 036 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 702 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Tanzania 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 16 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Tanzania that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/8

13:30-20:40

2 stops6h 10m

Dar Es Salaam

Mon 10/8

4:05-13:25

1 stop10h 20m

R5 980

JohannesburgArusha

JNB - JRO

JNBJRO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

8:20-18:05

1 stop8h 45m

Arusha Kilimanjaro

Sat 29/8

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R6 650

JohannesburgArusha

JNB - JRO

JNBJRO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

8:20-18:05

1 stop8h 45m

Arusha Kilimanjaro

Sat 5/9

19:10-3:55

1 stop9h 45m

R6 830

JohannesburgArusha

JNB - JRO

JNBJRO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

8:20-18:05

1 stop8h 45m

Arusha Kilimanjaro

Tue 11/8

19:10-3:55

1 stop9h 45m

R6 846

Cape TownDar Es Salaam

CPT - DAR

CPTDAR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/7

13:50-3:10

1 stop12h 20m

Dar Es Salaam

Mon 3/8

4:05-13:00

1 stop9h 55m

R7 107

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

13:50-18:15

1 stop27h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 20/9

12:05-13:00

1 stop25h 55m

R7 287

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/9

13:50-18:15

1 stop27h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 22/9

12:05-14:10

1 stop27h 05m

R7 352
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/7

13:30-20:40

2 stops6h 10m

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 31/7

12:15-20:10

1 stop8h 55m

R7 401

Cape TownDar Es Salaam

CPT - DAR

CPTDAR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/7

13:50-3:10

1 stop12h 20m

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 31/7

4:05-13:00

1 stop9h 55m

R7 418

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/8

13:50-18:15

1 stop27h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 26/8

12:05-13:00

1 stop25h 55m

R7 450

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Tanzania

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tanzania from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Tanzania

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Tanzania (average of R7 434). Flying from South Africa to Tanzania in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 888). 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 TZ?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Tanzania. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 July 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from South Africa to Tanzania in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

How often are flights from South Africa to Tanzania delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between South Africa and Tanzania have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 105 minutes.

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

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday 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 Tanzania flights?

Over the past year, Airlink have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 4% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Tanzania?

Booking 55 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Tanzania. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Tanzania?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Tanzania. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2026.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Tanzania

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tanzania. 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 Tanzania. Reviews last updated 16 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with FlySafair,RwandAir, andAir Tanzania from South Africa to Tanzania by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,5

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

6,0

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,5

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

6,0

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,5

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

6,0

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
Air Tanzania
7,6
Good
24 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,5

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

6,0

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 010 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,5

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

6,0

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
311 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,5

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

6,0

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Tanzania. 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 South Africa to Tanzania?

    A quick flight from South Africa to Tanzania can take about 6h 10m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R5 980. Airlines will cover a distance of 2435 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    R2 016 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on FlySafair and RwandAir, with prices starting from R2 286 and R2 376, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Tanzania (average of R7 434). Flying from South Africa to Tanzania in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 888). 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 8 airlines flying from South Africa to Tanzania

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Tanzania. 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 16 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 424AverageR9 233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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AirlinkCheapestR4 142AverageR9 089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR4 752AverageR7 378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR4 917AverageR10 125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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FlySafairCheapestR5 092AverageR10 174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 168AverageR9 902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 238AverageR9 575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 753AverageR12 304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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