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Cheap flights from South Africa to Tanzania from R2 898

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
May 29 — Jun 51
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 29 April 2026.

Fri 15/517:00
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop26h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sun 17/59:55
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 25/4R6 491
Mon 11/517:00
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop26h 10m
Kenya Airways
Tue 12/53:50
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop8h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 28/4R6 524
Tue 26/512:10
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop24h 35m
Kenya Airways
Thu 28/59:55
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 29/4R6 590
Fri 24/712:10
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop19h 55m
Kenya Airways
Sat 25/73:50
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop8h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 27/4R6 722
Fri 1/512:10
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop19h 55m
Kenya Airways
Sat 2/53:50
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 29/4R7 153
Sun 21/612:10
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop24h 35m
Kenya Airways
Tue 23/69:55
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 25/4R7 203
Sat 6/612:10
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop19h 45m
Kenya Airways
Mon 8/64:40
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop7h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 25/4R7 252
Sat 14/119:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Thu 19/111:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 28/4R7 285
Sun 21/61:15
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop11h 30m
Kenya Airways
Mon 22/621:00
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 25/4R7 302
Sat 13/613:30
JNB
-
DAR
2 stops6h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 21/67:40
DAR
-
JNB
2 stops5h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/4R7 352
Sat 13/613:30
JNB
-
DAR
2 stops6h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 20/67:40
DAR
-
JNB
2 stops5h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/4R7 368
Sun 14/613:30
JNB
-
DAR
2 stops6h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 20/67:40
DAR
-
JNB
2 stops5h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/4R7 434

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 29 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 491

One-way from

R2 898

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R7 153

Good round-trip deal

R7 600 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 504 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 26/5-28/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 30m total
  • South Africa to Tanzania
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Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 12/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 45m total
  • South Africa to Tanzania
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R12 854 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 865 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 29 April 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

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/6

14:25-2:40

2 stops11h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 19/6

20:40-13:00

1 stop17h 20m

R9 107

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

12:30-20:10

1 stop6h 40m

Dar Es Salaam

Sun 13/9

7:40-12:35

2 stops5h 55m

R9 206

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

3:10-16:25

2 stops12h 15m

Dar Es Salaam

Tue 30/6

16:30-14:20

1 stop22h 50m

R9 206

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

16:50-16:25

2 stops22h 35m

Dar Es Salaam

Wed 1/7

16:55-2:20

1 stop10h 25m

R9 239

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

3:10-15:50

1 stop11h 40m

Dar Es Salaam

Tue 16/6

16:30-2:20

1 stop10h 50m

R9 239

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

16:50-15:50

1 stop22h 00m

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 19/6

16:55-14:20

1 stop22h 25m

R9 272

JohannesburgArusha

JNB - JRO

JNBJRO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

1:15-17:35

1 stop15h 20m

Arusha Kilimanjaro

Thu 18/6

18:30-15:50

1 stop22h 20m

R9 372

JohannesburgArusha

JNB - JRO

JNBJRO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

14:15-6:10

1 stop14h 55m

Arusha Kilimanjaro

Fri 18/9

6:50-13:15

2 stops7h 25m

R9 454

JohannesburgArusha

JNB - JRO

JNBJRO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

16:50-14:40

1 stop20h 50m

Arusha Kilimanjaro

Sun 28/6

15:10-2:20

2 stops12h 10m

R9 504

JohannesburgArusha

JNB - JRO

JNBJRO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/7

17:00-9:15

1 stop15h 15m

Arusha Kilimanjaro

Wed 29/7

10:05-0:15

1 stop15h 10m

R9 537

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Tanzania

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

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

Booking 14 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 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 R6 640). Flying from South Africa to Tanzania in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 825). 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 29 April 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from South Africa to Tanzania in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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 25 April 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.

How often are flights from South Africa to Tanzania delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between South Africa and Tanzania have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 101 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?

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 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.

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 29 April 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
128 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,5

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,0

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
128 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
128 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,5

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,0

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
128 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,5

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,0

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
23 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
128 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,5

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,0

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
1 003 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
128 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,5

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,0

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
303 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
128 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,5

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,0

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 40m. Kenya Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R9 206. 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?

    R1 953 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 006 and R2 407, 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 R6 640). Flying from South Africa to Tanzania in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 825). 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 29 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR3 389AverageR8 733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR4 815AverageR7 415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 213AverageR9 365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 269AverageR9 019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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FlySafairCheapestR5 346AverageR9 581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR5 573AverageR8 083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR5 805AverageR9 074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 772AverageR12 436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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