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Flights to Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam is Tanzania's largest city and main port, and the jumping-off point for Zanzibar, Mafia Island and the parks of southern Tanzania. Flights arrive at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR).
How to Fly from the UK to Dar es Salaam
Most journeys from the UK to Dar es Salaam involve one stop. Popular airlines include:
- Emirates via Dubai
- Qatar Airways via Doha
- Turkish Airlines via Istanbul
- Ethiopian Airlines via Addis Ababa
- Kenya Airways via Nairobi
- KLM via Amsterdam and Oman Air via Muscat
Total travel time is usually 13 to 18 hours. Ask us about any non-stop options currently on sale.
Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar?
If your trip is a beach holiday, flying straight to Zanzibar (ZNZ) on Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines or Ethiopian Airlines can be just as cheap and saves the ferry. For Kilimanjaro or the northern safari circuit, Kilimanjaro International (JRO) is usually better. We'll compare all three airports for you.
Cheapest Time to Fly to Tanzania
The long rains (roughly April and May) usually bring the cheapest fares. Peak times are the dry season from June to October, and Christmas and New Year.
Travel Tips
- Check Tanzania's visa and entry rules on GOV.UK and use only official government e-visa websites.
- Check yellow fever certificate requirements, especially if you're arriving from or via another country with yellow fever risk.
- Allow time for traffic between the airport and the ferry port if you're heading to Zanzibar.
Frequently Asked Questions: Flights to Dar es Salaam
Are there direct flights from London to Dar es Salaam?
Most journeys involve one stop, via Dubai, Doha, Istanbul, Addis Ababa, Nairobi, Amsterdam or Muscat. Ask us about any non-stop options currently on sale.
Is it better to fly to Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar?
For a beach holiday, flying direct to Zanzibar often makes sense. For business or southern Tanzania, Dar es Salaam is usually best.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Tanzania?
Usually during the long rains, around April and May.
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