Flights Accra — Dar es Salaam

Q: How long is the flight from Accra to Dar es Salaam?

The distance between the cities is 4,595 km. A direct flight would take about 6 hours, but with layovers, the total travel time is usually between 9 and 14 hours depending on the connection.

Q: Which airport does the flight arrive at in Dar es Salaam?

All flights arrive at Dar es Salaam International Airport (DAR). Information on how to get from the airport to the city can be found in the corresponding section of our guide.

Q: When is the best time to buy flight tickets?

The best deals are usually available 2–3 months before departure. Monitor the price dynamics chart to catch seasonal price drops.

Cheap flights Accra — Dar es Salaam

Below you can see the best deals on flights Accra — Dar es Salaam for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 24 June, from AED 2,654.

Top 10 cheap flights Accra — Dar es Salaam

Direct flights Accra — Dar es Salaam

Direct flight options for Accra — Dar es Salaam with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight takes around 6 h 15 min.

Top 10 direct flights Accra — Dar es Salaam

About the Accra — Dar es Salaam flight

On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Accra — Dar es Salaam route. The distance between the departure and arrival points is 4,595 km, and our system allows you to quickly compare all available flight options for your chosen date.

Flights on this route are operated by TC. Before booking, we recommend checking how to get to the airport in Ghana and the most convenient way to leave the airport upon arrival, as well as studying the price dynamics chart to find the best fares.

Return route:return route: flights Dar es Salaam → Accra

Flight ticket prices by day: Accra — Dar es Salaam

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Accra — Dar es Salaam by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 2,258 in r, and the most expensive are around AED 3,003 in ,. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

Prices by month

Accra → Dar es Salaam, average one-way price

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	AED 2,314	medium	May	AED 1,912	low	Sep	AED 2,465	high
Feb	AED 2,214	medium	Jun	AED 2,515	high	Oct	AED 2,163	medium
Mar	AED 2,063	medium	Jul	AED 2,666	high	Nov	AED 2,012	low
Apr	AED 1,861	low	Aug	AED 2,616	high	Dec	AED 2,717	high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

Weather conditions in Dar es Salaam are most favorable from June to August during the dry season, when the average temperature stays around 27.5°C. The hottest month is February, with peaks up to 30.9°C, while rainfall peaks in April, reaching over 328 mm.

In terms of budget savings, the most cost-effective time to plan your flight is December — tickets start AED 2,258 — or November. The highest prices are recorded in August, with offers starting AED 3,003.

September is the optimal month for a trip, combining dry weather with affordable prices AED 2,305. We recommend avoiding April, as the extreme number of rainy days can significantly complicate logistics and city walks.

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How to get the best deal on a Accra — Dar es Salaam ticket

Use the price calendar on this page to compare departure costs on different days of the week: the difference can be more than AED 352.
On the Accra — Dar es Salaam route, TC more frequently offers budget fares when booking 8–10 weeks before the trip.
Consider options with one layover, as for a distance of 4,595 km, they are often significantly cheaper than direct flights.
Check baggage allowances before purchasing, as transit rules on African flights may vary across different segments of the journey.

Airlines

The primary carrier on the Accra — Dar es Salaam route is TC. Most flights on this route include layovers at major regional hubs, allowing for flexible travel planning. You can explore the detailed schedule, available departure days, and routing options in the interactive list below.

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Cities and airports on the Accra — Dar es Salaam route

Flights Accra — Dar es Salaam depart from Kotoka International Airport and arrive at Julius Nyerere International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Accra

ACC

Ghana

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Ghana

Arrival

Dar es Salaam

DAR

Tanzania

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Tanzania

Departure airports

Kotoka International AirportACC
About the airport

Arrival airports

Julius Nyerere International AirportDAR
About the airport

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Frequently asked questions about the Accra — Dar es Salaam flight

How long is the flight from Accra to Dar es Salaam?

The distance between the cities is 4,595 km. A direct flight would take about 6 hours, but with layovers, the total travel time is usually between 9 and 14 hours depending on the connection.

Which airlines fly this route?

The main carrier on this route is TC. Flights with other airlines via major African hubs are also possible.

How much is the cheapest ticket?

Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on the departure date and demand. We recommend checking the current minimum prices in the calendar on this page to find the most cost-effective option.

Which airport does the flight arrive at in Dar es Salaam?

All flights arrive at Dar es Salaam International Airport (DAR). Information on how to get from the airport to the city can be found in the corresponding section of our guide.

When is the best time to buy flight tickets?

The best deals are usually available 2–3 months before departure. Monitor the price dynamics chart to catch seasonal price drops.

Where else you can fly from Accra

Sekondi-Takoradi∙3 July

Where else you can fly to Dar es Salaam from

Zanzibar City∙29 June

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