On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Kigali — Dar es Salaam route. The 1157 km flight connects Rwanda and Tanzania, with approximately 3 scheduled flights operating weekly.
The primary carrier on this route is WB. Since ticket prices depend on the season and demand, we recommend using the low price calendar and price dynamics chart to choose the most cost-effective departure date.
The table shows direct flights Kigali → Dar es Salaam on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 30 min. Regular flights are operated by RwandAir. Departures from Kigali International Airport airports, arrivals at Julius Nyerere 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 Kigali — Dar es Salaam by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $332 in r, and the most expensive are around $421 in n. 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.
Kigali → Dar es Salaam, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $382 | medium | May | $328 | low | Sep | $437 | high |
| Feb | $369 | medium | Jun | $369 | medium | Oct | $396 | medium |
| Mar | $341 | low | Jul | $437 | high | Nov | $341 | low |
| Apr | $328 | low | Aug | $451 | high | Dec | $423 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Dar es Salaam is characterized by year-round warmth, reaching highs of 30.9°C in February. The rainiest period is April, with up to 28 wet days, while the driest and most moderate season occurs in July and August.
The most affordable tickets from Kigali are offered in June, starting $332, and in July $335. Prices peak in March, when the flight costs significantly more — $421.
September and July are the optimal choices for a trip, offering a balance of great prices and dry weather. It is recommended to avoid booking for April and November due to the high probability of prolonged tropical rains.
Regular flights on the route from Kigali to Dar es Salaam are operated by RwandAir (WB), providing approximately 3 weekly departures. The carrier primarily offers direct flights connecting the capital of Rwanda with Tanzania's largest port city. To see the detailed schedule for specific days of the week and route options, please review the interactive list below.
Flights Kigali — Dar es Salaam depart from Kigali 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.
The distance between the cities is approximately 1157 km. Travel time on a direct flight is usually about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Scheduled air service between Kigali and Dar es Salaam is provided by RwandAir (WB).
Yes, direct flights are available, but their frequency is limited to approximately 3 departures per week.
Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on the season; you can always check the current minimum and the best offers in the low price calendar on this page.
Flights arrive at Dar es Salaam International Airport (DAR), Tanzania.
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