On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Dar es Salaam — Johannesburg route. This flight connects Tanzania and South Africa, covering a distance of 2,456 km, with approximately 15 flights per week operating on this route.
Regular service is provided by airlines such as Airlink, South African Airways, and Air Tanzania. Before your flight, check out the information on how to get to Dar es Salaam Airport and how to reach the city center upon arrival from Johannesburg Airport.
The table shows direct flights Dar es Salaam → Johannesburg on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 30 min. Regular flights are operated by Airlink, South African Airways, Air Tanzania and Latam Airlines Group. Departures from Julius Nyerere International Airport airports, arrivals at O.R. Tambo International Airport and Lanseria International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Dar es Salaam — Johannesburg by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $257 in y, and the most expensive are around $308 in u. 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.
Dar es Salaam → Johannesburg, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $464 | high | May | $355 | low | Sep | $341 | low |
| Feb | $396 | medium | Jun | $382 | medium | Oct | $369 | medium |
| Mar | $382 | medium | Jul | $451 | high | Nov | $328 | low |
| Apr | $437 | high | Aug | $341 | low | Dec | $464 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Johannesburg is characterized by warm summers and dry winters. The hottest month is November, with an average temperature of up to 26.8°C, while the rainiest is December. The lowest temperatures are observed in July, when the air cools down to 3.6°C, though sunny weather typically persists.
In terms of savings, the most favorable conditions for flying are seen in October and November, when ticket prices start $257. The peak period for prices is April, when fares rise $308.
As a compromise between weather conditions and travel costs, September or October is the best choice. During this time, the temperature is comfortable, and the probability of precipitation remains low compared to the summer months in the Southern Hemisphere.
Regular air service on this route is provided by 4 airlines, with Airlink, South African Airways, and Air Tanzania holding leading positions. There are about 15 flights per week, including direct flights and options with convenient connections. You can view a detailed flight schedule for specific dates in the list below.
Flights Dar es Salaam — Johannesburg depart from Julius Nyerere International Airport and arrive at O.R. Tambo International Airport and Lanseria International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
For a direct flight, the travel time is approximately 3 hours, given the 2,456 km distance between the cities.
The main carriers on this route are Airlink, South African Airways, Air Tanzania, and LATAM.
Prices are dynamic and depend on the booking date. We recommend using the low-price calendar on this page to see current offers for the coming months.
Flights from Dar es Salaam arrive at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), which is the city's main aviation hub.
It is best to book seats in advance, 1–2 months before the trip. It is also worth looking at flights in October and November, when the lowest prices are historically recorded.
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